Severity
Moderate
ModerateClass IITerminated
FDA Food recall · Reported July 31, 2013
White plastic bottle with blue cap containing 90 capsules; Ashwagandha Extract; 450 mg; CODE 4603; Manufactured by NOW FOODS; 395 S. Glen Ellyn Rd., Bloomingdale, IL 60108, USA
It has been determined that this product contains an undeclared ingredient, licorice extract, which contains glycyrrhizin derived from licorice root.
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Now Foods recalled White plastic bottle with blue cap containing 90 capsules; Ashwagandha Extract; 450 mg; C… - a moderate-severity action.
White plastic bottle with blue cap containing 90 capsules; Ashwagandha Extract; 450 mg; C… was recalled by Now Foods in July 31, 2013. Reason: It has been determined that this product contains an undeclared ingredient, licorice extract, which contains …. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #F-1726-2013 with the FDA Food before acting.
The recall
Now Foods issued this moderate-severity FDA Food recall-It has been determined that this product contains an undeclared ingredient, licorice extract, which contains ….
- Moderate
- severity level
- Class II
- classification
- July 31, 2013
- reported
Sourced from official FDA Food enforcement records. Verify recall #F-1726-2013 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This FDA Food action (record #F-1726-2013) was formally reported on July 31, 2013, with the manufacturer initiating the action on July 3, 2013. It is classified under Moderate severity (Class II), with a current status of Terminated. Now Foods is listed as the recalling firm, operating out of Bloomingdale, IL. Federal records list the affected scope as 2,571 bottles.
The documented reason for this recall is: It has been determined that this product contains an undeclared ingredient, licorice extract, which contains glycyrrhizin derived from licorice root. Distribution data in the federal record shows the product reached: US: Nationwide; Foreign: United Kingdom. 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 - 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.
Children & Baby Products recalls over time
Where this recall sits in its category - 3,731 children & baby products 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.
Counts reflect market size and reporting activity, not inherent danger, we do not rank products by risk from raw recall volume.
Affected scope
2,571 bottles
Related Recalls
6
0 from same agency
Product description
White plastic bottle with blue cap containing 90 capsules; Ashwagandha Extract; 450 mg; CODE 4603; Manufactured by NOW FOODS; 395 S. Glen Ellyn Rd., Bloomingdale, IL 60108, USA
Reason for recall
It has been determined that this product contains an undeclared ingredient, licorice extract, which contains glycyrrhizin derived from licorice root.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Food and Drug Administration |
| Severity class | Moderate (Class II) |
| Status | Terminated |
| Recall number | F-1726-2013 |
| Date reported | July 31, 2013 |
| Date initiated | July 3, 2013 |
| Recalling firm | Now Foods |
| Firm location | Bloomingdale, IL |
| Affected scope | 2,571 bottles |
| Distribution | US: Nationwide; Foreign: United Kingdom |
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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- Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next
This page summarizes the official FDA Food record for research and awareness; it is not legal, medical, or safety advice. Verify with the issuing agency before acting.
Frequently Asked Questions
What product was recalled? ▼
White plastic bottle with blue cap containing 90 capsules; Ashwagandha Extract; 450 mg; CODE 4603; Manufactured by NOW FOODS; 395 S. Glen Ellyn Rd., Bloomingdale, IL 60108, USA. Recalled by Now Foods. Units affected: 2,571 bottles.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
It has been determined that this product contains an undeclared ingredient, licorice extract, which contains glycyrrhizin derived from licorice root.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the FDA Food on July 31, 2013. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: F-1726-2013.
Where was the recalled product distributed? ▼
Distribution: US: Nationwide; Foreign: United Kingdom.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall? ▼
Check the product description and recall number (F-1726-2013) 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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