Iowa Select Herbs LLC recalls rhubarb root products due to misbranding, unapproved drug status, and adulteration. Consumers should check product labels for lot number 30176 expiring February 2018.
Pursuant to a consent decree for injunctive relief the recalling firm was ordered to recall all products because they are misbranded, unapproved new drugs and adulterated dietary supplements.
Iowa Select Herbs LLC is recalling rhubarb root products because they are misbranded, unapproved as new drugs, and adulterated dietary supplements. This recall follows a court-ordered consent decree to address these violations.
The products are misbranded (labeled incorrectly), unapproved as new drugs (not approved by the FDA), and adulterated (containing harmful substances). This violates federal food safety laws and poses potential health risks.
Anyone who purchased Iowa Select Herbs LLC's rhubarb root products from their website or retail stores. Consumers most at risk are those who have used these products as dietary supplements.
Check for the product name 'Rhubarb Root (Rhizoma rhei)', the lot number 30176, and expiration date February 2018 on the label. The products were sold online at www.iowaselectherbs.com and in stores in Cedar Rapids, IA.
Look for the lot number 30176 and expiration date February 2018 on the product label.
The products are misbranded, unapproved as new drugs, and adulterated dietary supplements, as ordered by a court consent decree.
Check for the product name 'Rhubarb Root (Rhizoma rhei)', lot number 30176, and expiration date February 2018 on the label.
The recall record does not specify a remedy, so contact the manufacturer for guidance.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Iowa Select Herbs to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall F-1217-2016 — Iowa Select Herbs Iowa Select Herbs Hello, I own a Iowa Select Herbs that is covered by recall F-1217-2016 from Iowa Select Herbs. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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