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RECALL RECORD — CLASS IIRecall closedF-1636-2013/FDA enforcement
Allergy Research Group·Dietary Supplements·May 29, 2013

Wholly Immune Powder, Total Immune Nutrient Support

What you need to know

Class II

  • What happened

    Allergy Research Group received word from their contract manufacturer, ABCO Laboratories, that two of their products have been manufactured with soy based products from CHS Inc.…

  • Health risk

    The product may cause temporary or medically reversible health consequences, or the probability of serious harm is remote. Lead is a toxic heavy metal with no safe blood lead level in children.

  • Action required

    Stop taking the supplement. Check the lot and UPC codes below, then return it to the retailer or contact the manufacturer about a refund. Seek medical advice if you have concerns about exposure.

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Product identification

Source: FDA FOOD

Brand nameAllergy Research Group
Recalling firmAllergy Research GroupAlameda, CA, United States
UPC / barcodesNo UPC listed in the FDA enforcement record.
Lot / date codes
  • Product number 73560, 53560 - 300 gr. Lot numbers: 11030685, Exp 6/1/13; 11030686, Exp 6/1/13; 11100829, Exp 11/1/13; 11100835, Exp 11/1/13; 12010362, Exp 4/1/14; 12061214, Exp 8/1/14
  • 12061217, Exp 8/1/14; 13010635, Exp. 2/1/15. Product number 73820, 53820 - 900 gr. Lot numbers: 11030676, Exp Jun 2013; 11030686, Exp 6/1/13; 11100836, Exp 11/1/13; 12010363, Exp 4/25/14; 12061215, Exp 8/1/14
Distribution area
IN

Distributors, Wholesalers, healthcare providers and retail customers in the USA. Nutrilink in England and DeltaStar in the Netherlands are distributors in Europe.

United States

Quantity affected3000 units of 300 gr powder bottles' 1869 units of 900 gr bottles
Recall initiationFDA report date: July 17, 2013
FDA recall numberF-1636-2013

Beyond the headline

The recall, in context

Allergy Research Group initiated this supplements recall on May 29, 2013. The FDA enforcement report states: Allergy Research Group received word from their contract manufacturer, ABCO Laboratories, that two of their products have been manufactured with soy based products from CHS Inc. at it Ashdod, Israel facility. The FDA report lists distribution as: Distributors, Wholesalers, healthcare providers and retail customers in the USA. Nutrilink in England and DeltaStar in the Netherlands are distributors in Europe.

The FDA enforcement report describes the reason as: Allergy Research Group received word from their contract manufacturer, ABCO Laboratories, that two of their products have been manufactured with soy based products from CHS Inc. at it Ashdod, Israel facility.

Wholly Immune Powder, Total Immune Nutrient Support was made or distributed by Allergy Research Group in Alameda, CA, United States. This page reflects FDA report F-1636-2013, dated July 17, 2013.

Why this is a Class II recall

Class II means the product may cause temporary or medically reversible health consequences, or the probability of serious harm is remote. In this recall, lead is a toxic heavy metal with no safe blood lead level in children.

FDA definition

The product may cause temporary or medically reversible health consequences, or the probability of serious harm is remote.

What to do now

  1. 1

    Stop using it

    Do not eat, drink or take the affected product.

  2. 2

    Check the codes

    Compare the lot and date codes against the table above.

  3. 3

    Return or discard

    Contact the retailer or recalling firm about a refund, and dispose of the product safely.

Consumer safety guide

Lead contamination

Possible health effects

Lead can affect the nervous system and is especially harmful to children and pregnant people. Symptoms may include abdominal pain, constipation, fatigue or headaches, but some exposed people have no obvious symptoms.

When symptoms may appear

Health effects depend on the amount and duration of exposure; there is no safe blood lead level in children.

Higher-risk groups

Infants, young children, pregnant people and anyone with repeated exposure are at greatest risk.

What to do now

  1. 1Stop using or eating the affected product and prevent children from handling it.
  2. 2Keep the packaging and ask the retailer or manufacturer about a refund; follow local guidance for safe disposal.
  3. 3If a child or pregnant person may have been exposed, contact a healthcare professional about blood lead testing.

Do not use home remedies or ignore possible exposure; clinical testing is the appropriate next step.

This is general consumer safety information, not medical advice or a diagnosis. Follow the official recall notice and contact a healthcare professional if you have concerns about exposure or symptoms.

Frequently asked

Questions about this recall

What is the Wholly Immune Powder, Total Immune Nutrient Support recall?

Allergy Research Group recalled Wholly Immune Powder, Total Immune Nutrient Support in an FDA Class II enforcement action reported as F-1636-2013. Allergy Research Group received word from their contract manufacturer, ABCO Laboratories, that two of their products have been manufactured with soy based products from CHS Inc.…

What injuries or health effects are linked to lead contamination?

Lead can affect the nervous system and is especially harmful to children and pregnant people. Symptoms may include abdominal pain, constipation, fatigue or headaches, but some exposed people have no obvious symptoms.

How quickly can Lead contamination symptoms appear?

Health effects depend on the amount and duration of exposure; there is no safe blood lead level in children.

Who is most at risk from Lead contamination?

Infants, young children, pregnant people and anyone with repeated exposure are at greatest risk.

What should I do if I bought this product?

Stop taking the supplement. Check the lot and UPC codes below, then return it to the retailer or contact the manufacturer about a refund. Seek medical advice if you have concerns about exposure. Stop using or eating the affected product and prevent children from handling it. Keep the packaging and ask the retailer or manufacturer about a refund; follow local guidance for safe disposal. If a child or pregnant person may have been exposed, contact a healthcare professional about blood lead testing.

How do I get a refund from Allergy Research Group?

Contact the recalling company or the retailer where you purchased the product, quote the FDA recall number and ask about a refund or replacement. Keep the packaging, lot code and proof of purchase where possible. The FDA does not issue consumer refunds. Reference FDA recall F-1636-2013 and keep the packaging, lot code and proof of purchase if you have them.

Is the Allergy Research Group recall still active?

The FDA lists this recall as recall closed. It remains relevant if you still have the affected product or need to identify a historical recall.

Where can I verify this recall?

This page is normalized from the openFDA enforcement record F-1636-2013. You can verify it directly using the official source link on this page. VerifyRecall updates its index from public FDA enforcement data and does not replace advice from the FDA, the recalling firm or a healthcare professional.

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Record last synced from official openFDA enforcement data on November 14, 2026. Source record: official FDA notice.