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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Health
Jasmine Fernández

Popular vitamin supplements recalled in more than 20 states

An active recall has been issued for a liquid multivitamin supplement sold across 24 states and territories due to contamination concerns, federal regulators announced.

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration classified the action as a Class II recall Tuesday over concerns it may contain a “black particulate matter” or “foreign object”.

A Class II classification indicates that consuming the affected product could cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences.

The recall from Miami-based Llorens Pharmaceuticals International Division, Inc. affects more than 4,000 units of Nephronex multivitamin supplement, an 8-fluid-ounce liquid formula containing vitamin B-complex, vitamin C and folic acid.

According to a consumer alert from the California State Board of Pharmacy, the affected bottles feature the lot code “B2025” and an expiration date of “08/27.”

The Independent has reached out to Llorens Pharmaceuticals for comment.

Regulators stated the product was sold between February 2026 and May 2026 in Arizona, California, Colorado, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Massachusetts, Minnesota, Missouri, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Puerto Rico, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia and Wisconsin.

Health officials advise consumers who have the matching product on hand to stop using it immediately. The items should either be discarded or returned to the place of purchase for a refund. Individuals experiencing health concerns after taking the supplement are urged to seek medical attention.

Consumers seeking additional details regarding the recall can contact the FDA directly at 1-888-463-6332.

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