Severity
Moderate
ModerateClass IITerminated
FDA Food recall · Reported June 29, 2022
Wise Woman Herbals Kava Capsules, 450 mg Kava (Piper met. Root), Dosage: 1 capsule up to 3 times per day day at 450mg Kava root. 90 counts per bottle. UPC 7 48840 14284 8. Kava Capsules older lots are packaged in 250cc Wide Mouth Amber Glass Packer, Black 45/400 PP ribbed skirt screw-top lid, clear neck band, Wise Woman Herbals Large botanical label. Kava Capsules newer lots are packaged in White polypropylene packer style bottle, White serrated flat-topped lid with foam liner, clear neck
The microbial test result is found to be out of specification due to high yeast and mold counts.
EarthLab Inc recalled Wise Woman Herbals Kava Capsules, 450 mg Kava (Piper met. Root), Dosage: 1 capsule up to … - a moderate-severity action.
Wise Woman Herbals Kava Capsules, 450 mg Kava (Piper met. Root), Dosage: 1 capsule up to … was recalled by EarthLab Inc in June 29, 2022. Reason: The microbial test result is found to be out of specification due to high yeast and mold counts.. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #F-1346-2022 with the FDA Food before acting.
The recall
EarthLab Inc issued this moderate-severity FDA Food recall-The microbial test result is found to be out of specification due to high yeast and mold counts..
- Moderate
- severity level
- 1K units
- affected scope
- Class II
- classification
- June 29, 2022
- reported
Sourced from official FDA Food enforcement records. Verify recall #F-1346-2022 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This FDA Food action (record #F-1346-2022) was formally reported on June 29, 2022, with the manufacturer initiating the action on May 11, 2022. It is classified under Moderate severity (Class II), with a current status of Terminated. EarthLab Inc is listed as the recalling firm, operating out of Creswell, OR. Federal records list the affected scope as 1,213 units.
The documented reason for this recall is: The microbial test result is found to be out of specification due to high yeast and mold counts. Distribution data in the federal record shows the product reached: nationwide. Distribution scope directly affects the consumer exposure window and determines whether a recall remains regional or escalates into a nationwide advisory.
Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 1 from FDA Food - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.
Drugs & Medications recalls over time
Where this recall sits in its category - 14,287 drugs & medications recalls on record
Of 101,704 recalls in the database, 24,878 are high severity, 72,426 moderate, and 4,400 low. This recall is classified moderate severity.
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Affected scope
1,213 units
Related Recalls
6
1 from same agency
Product description
Wise Woman Herbals Kava Capsules, 450 mg Kava (Piper met. Root), Dosage: 1 capsule up to 3 times per day day at 450mg Kava root. 90 counts per bottle. UPC 7 48840 14284 8. Kava Capsules older lots are packaged in 250cc Wide Mouth Amber Glass Packer, Black 45/400 PP ribbed skirt screw-top lid, clear neck band, Wise Woman Herbals Large botanical label. Kava Capsules newer lots are packaged in White polypropylene packer style bottle, White serrated flat-topped lid with foam liner, clear neckband, Wise Woman Herbals label.
Reason for recall
The microbial test result is found to be out of specification due to high yeast and mold counts.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Food and Drug Administration |
| Severity class | Moderate (Class II) |
| Status | Terminated |
| Recall number | F-1346-2022 |
| Date reported | June 29, 2022 |
| Date initiated | May 11, 2022 |
| Recalling firm | EarthLab Inc |
| Firm location | Creswell, OR |
| Affected scope | 1,213 units |
| Distribution | nationwide |
Profile values are sourced directly from the official FDA Food enforcement record. Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration.
What to do with this recall
Match your product against the recall record, then act on the agency remedy.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What product was recalled? ▼
Wise Woman Herbals Kava Capsules, 450 mg Kava (Piper met. Root), Dosage: 1 capsule up to 3 times per day day at 450mg Kava root. 90 counts per bottle. UPC 7 48840 14284 8. Kava Capsules older lots are packaged in 250cc Wide Mouth Amber Glass Packer, Black 45/400 PP ribbed skirt screw-top lid, clear neck band, Wise Woman Herbals Large botanical label. Kava Capsules newer lots are packaged in White polypropylene packer style bottle, White serrated flat-topped lid with foam liner, clear neckband, Wise Woman Herbals label.. Recalled by EarthLab Inc. Units affected: 1,213 units.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
The microbial test result is found to be out of specification due to high yeast and mold counts.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the FDA Food on June 29, 2022. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: F-1346-2022.
Where was the recalled product distributed? ▼
Distribution: nationwide.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall? ▼
Check the product description and recall number (F-1346-2022) against your product. Visit the official FDA Food website for the most current information. You can also use our Recall Checker tool to search by product name or brand.
What are the health risks of consuming a recalled food product? ▼
Recalled food products may contain contaminants, undeclared allergens, or harmful bacteria such as Salmonella, Listeria, or E. coli. Consuming these products can cause foodborne illness ranging from mild gastrointestinal symptoms to serious conditions requiring hospitalization. If you have consumed a recalled food product and experience symptoms, contact your healthcare provider and report to the FDA via MedWatch.
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