Naturex Echinacea Powder Recall: Azoxystrobin Contamination Risk

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Recalling firmNaturex Inc.375 Huyler St, N/A · S Hackensack, NJ 07606-1532

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What happened, in plain English

Naturex is recalling Echin:acea Angustifolia Root powder because it contains azoxystrobin, a pesticide that is not permitted in food products. This could pose a health risk if consumed.

Why it’s dangerous

Azoxystrobin is a pesticide that is not allowed in food products according to U.S. federal regulations. Consuming this product could lead to health issues due to the presence of a substance that has no permitted tolerance level in food.

Who’s affected

People who purchased Naturex Echinacea Angustifolia Root powder in powder form, typically for dietary supplements. Those with sensitive health conditions or higher pesticide exposure risks may be most affected.

How to tell if you have this one

Check for product labels with 'Echinacea Angustifolia Root PE 4' and lot number EC330955/C073/050/A14. The product comes in cardboard boxes weighing 10 kg or 25 kg.

Brand
Naturex
Category
Food

Based on the official FDA remedy

What to do — step by step

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Look for the lot number EC330955 and the specific code C073/050/A14 on the packaging.

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Questions people ask

Is this product safe to use?

The recall record states that the product contains azoxystrobin, a pesticide with no allowed tolerance in food. This makes it unsafe for consumption.

How can I tell if I have the recalled product?

Check for the product name 'Echinacea Angustifolia Root PE 4' and lot number EC330955/C073/050/A14 on the packaging.

What should I do if I have this product?

The recall record does not specify a remedy, so contact Naturex directly for guidance.

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Subject: Recall F-2179-2014 — Naturex Naturex

Hello,

I own a Naturex that is covered by recall F-2179-2014 from Naturex.

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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The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official FDA recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.

Official source: FDA Recall #F-2179-2014 (June 9, 2014) — FDA publishes no per-recall page; this is the official machine-readable enforcement record. Search FDA recalls for F-2179-2014 to see it in context.
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Naturex Inc. recalls Echinacea Angustifolia Root PE 4: The product is in powder form extracted from the Echinacea root packed in varying

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