Severity
Moderate
ModerateClass IITerminated
FDA Food recall · Reported August 21, 2013
KEYTABS (Without Iron, Copper or Glandulars), packaged in 180-tablet bottles, a product of The Key Company, St. Louis, MO.
Product contains higher levels of niacin than claimed on label .
Ancient Formulas Inc recalled KEYTABS (Without Iron, Copper or Glandulars), packaged in 180-tablet bottles, a product o… - a moderate-severity action.
KEYTABS (Without Iron, Copper or Glandulars), packaged in 180-tablet bottles, a product o… was recalled by Ancient Formulas Inc in August 21, 2013. Reason: Product contains higher levels of niacin than claimed on label .. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #F-1803-2013 with the FDA Food before acting.
The recall
Ancient Formulas Inc issued this moderate-severity FDA Food recall-Product contains higher levels of niacin than claimed on label ..
- Moderate
- severity level
- Class II
- classification
- August 21, 2013
- reported
Sourced from official FDA Food enforcement records. Verify recall #F-1803-2013 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This FDA Food action (record #F-1803-2013) was formally reported on August 21, 2013, with the manufacturer initiating the action on March 22, 2013. It is classified under Moderate severity (Class II), with a current status of Terminated. Ancient Formulas Inc is listed as the recalling firm, operating out of Wichita, KS. Federal records list the affected scope as 124/180-tablet bottles.
The documented reason for this recall is: Product contains higher levels of niacin than claimed on label . Distribution data in the federal record shows the product reached: The bulk tablets were distributed to MO where they were repackaged into bottles. There was no foreign/military/government distribution.. 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
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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
124/180-tablet bottles
Related Recalls
6
1 from same agency
Product description
KEYTABS (Without Iron, Copper or Glandulars), packaged in 180-tablet bottles, a product of The Key Company, St. Louis, MO.
Reason for recall
Product contains higher levels of niacin than claimed on label .
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Food and Drug Administration |
| Severity class | Moderate (Class II) |
| Status | Terminated |
| Recall number | F-1803-2013 |
| Date reported | August 21, 2013 |
| Date initiated | March 22, 2013 |
| Recalling firm | Ancient Formulas Inc |
| Firm location | Wichita, KS |
| Affected scope | 124/180-tablet bottles |
| Distribution | The bulk tablets were distributed to MO where they were repackaged into bottles. There was no foreign/military/government distribution. |
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? ▼
KEYTABS (Without Iron, Copper or Glandulars), packaged in 180-tablet bottles, a product of The Key Company, St. Louis, MO.. Recalled by Ancient Formulas Inc. Units affected: 124/180-tablet bottles.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
Product contains higher levels of niacin than claimed on label .
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the FDA Food on August 21, 2013. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: F-1803-2013.
Where was the recalled product distributed? ▼
Distribution: The bulk tablets were distributed to MO where they were repackaged into bottles. There was no foreign/military/government distribution..
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall? ▼
Check the product description and recall number (F-1803-2013) 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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