Kirkland recall overview:
- Who: Vita Health Products Inc. is recalling Kirkland Signature Women 50+ tablets, affecting one lot.
- Why: The recall is due to the potential presence of metal fragments in the tablets.
- Where: The recall is effective nationwide in Canada.
Third-party manufacturer Vita Health Products is recalling Kirkland Signature Women 50+ tablets as they may contain metal fragments, posing a potential health risk.
The recall notice was issued by Health Canada on May 21. It specifically affects the Kirkland Signature Women 50+ tablets with the lot number 5J46568W7.
The recall was initiated due to concerns over the presence of metal fragments within the tablets, which could pose a significant health risk if ingested.
According to Health Canada, the recall is classified as a Type II recall, which may cause temporary adverse health consequences or where the probability of serious adverse health consequences is remote.
The recall notice emphasizes the importance of consulting healthcare providers before discontinuing use, especially if there are health concerns related to the product.
Vita Health Products is a manufacturer of Kirkland products, while Kirkland itself is a premium in-store brand of Costco.
Consumers urged to check lot numbers for Kirkland Signature Women 50+
Consumers are urged to confirm whether any of their Kirkland Signature Women 50+ products are affected by checking the lot number.
Consumers are advised not to consume, serve, use, sell or distribute the recalled Kirkland Signature Women 50+ (multivitamin and minerals) tablets. The product may be returned to any Costco warehouse for a full refund, the Kirkland recall notice says.
Health Canada advises consumers to report any side effects or safety complaints related to the recalled product.
For more information about the recall, consumers can contact Vita Health Products directly at 877 637 7557 or visit the Health Canada website for further details and updates on the recall process.
Vita Health Products says it has not received any reports of illness or injury related to the recall so far. The company is not currently facing legal action over the recall, but Top Class Actions follows recalls closely as they sometimes lead to class action lawsuits.
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