Severity
Low
LowClass IIITerminated
FDA Food recall · Reported August 15, 2012
Dried Brewers Yeast TG_YFS004 Naturex 375 Huyler Street, South Hackensack, NJ 07606 USA Phone: 1 201 440 5000 Net Wt 25 kg
The affected lots were tested and found to contain an unusual high level of selenium.
Naturex Inc. recalled Dried Brewers Yeast TG_YFS004 Naturex 375 Huyler Street, South Hackensack, NJ 07606 USA … - a low-severity action.
Dried Brewers Yeast TG_YFS004 Naturex 375 Huyler Street, South Hackensack, NJ 07606 USA … was recalled by Naturex Inc. in August 15, 2012. Reason: The affected lots were tested and found to contain an unusual high level of selenium.. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #F-1858-2012 with the FDA Food before acting.
The recall
Naturex Inc. issued this low-severity FDA Food recall-The affected lots were tested and found to contain an unusual high level of selenium..
- Low
- severity level
- Class III
- classification
- August 15, 2012
- reported
Sourced from official FDA Food enforcement records. Verify recall #F-1858-2012 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This FDA Food action (record #F-1858-2012) was formally reported on August 15, 2012, with the manufacturer initiating the action on April 18, 2012. It is classified under Low severity (Class III), with a current status of Terminated. Naturex Inc. is listed as the recalling firm, operating out of S Hackensack, NJ. Federal records list the affected scope as 4500 kg.
The documented reason for this recall is: The affected lots were tested and found to contain an unusual high level of selenium. Distribution data in the federal record shows the product reached: 1 firm in New Jersey and 1 firm in South Carolina. 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.
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Affected scope
4500 kg
Related Recalls
6
0 from same agency
Product description
Dried Brewers Yeast TG_YFS004 Naturex 375 Huyler Street, South Hackensack, NJ 07606 USA Phone: 1 201 440 5000 Net Wt 25 kg
Reason for recall
The affected lots were tested and found to contain an unusual high level of selenium.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Food and Drug Administration |
| Severity class | Low (Class III) |
| Status | Terminated |
| Recall number | F-1858-2012 |
| Date reported | August 15, 2012 |
| Date initiated | April 18, 2012 |
| Recalling firm | Naturex Inc. |
| Firm location | S Hackensack, NJ |
| Affected scope | 4500 kg |
| Distribution | 1 firm in New Jersey and 1 firm in South Carolina |
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
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Frequently Asked Questions
What product was recalled? ▼
Dried Brewers Yeast TG_YFS004 Naturex 375 Huyler Street, South Hackensack, NJ 07606 USA Phone: 1 201 440 5000 Net Wt 25 kg. Recalled by Naturex Inc.. Units affected: 4500 kg.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
The affected lots were tested and found to contain an unusual high level of selenium.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the FDA Food on August 15, 2012. Severity: Low. Recall number: F-1858-2012.
Where was the recalled product distributed? ▼
Distribution: 1 firm in New Jersey and 1 firm in South Carolina.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall? ▼
Check the product description and recall number (F-1858-2012) 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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