RECALL RECORD — CLASS IIRecall closedF-1366-2016/FDA enforcement

Liposomal Magnesium Nutritional Supplement

What you need to know

Class II
  • What happened

    Empirical Labs is recalling Liposomal Magnesium because of the potential for mold contamination.

  • Health risk

    The product may cause temporary or medically reversible health consequences, or the probability of serious harm is remote. Visible or laboratory-detected mold can signal a moisture, temperature or seal failure.

  • 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 nameEmpirical Laboratories, Incorporated
Recalling firmEmpirical Laboratories, IncorporatedFort Collins, CO, United States
UPC / barcodesNo UPC listed in the FDA enforcement record.
Lot / date codes
  • Lot Number: 5101206 and 5111003
Distribution area
Nationwide

Nationwide. No foreign or govt/VA/military consignees.

United States

Quantity affected1972 bottles
Recall initiationFDA report date: May 25, 2016
FDA recall numberF-1366-2016

Beyond the headline

The recall, in context

Empirical Laboratories, Incorporated initiated this supplements recall on April 5, 2016. The FDA enforcement report states: Empirical Labs is recalling Liposomal Magnesium because of the potential for mold contamination. The FDA report lists distribution as: Nationwide. No foreign or govt/VA/military consignees.

The FDA enforcement report describes the reason as: Empirical Labs is recalling Liposomal Magnesium because of the potential for mold contamination.

Liposomal Magnesium Nutritional Supplement was made or distributed by Empirical Laboratories, Incorporated in Fort Collins, CO, United States. This page reflects FDA report F-1366-2016, dated May 25, 2016.

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, visible or laboratory-detected mold can signal a moisture, temperature or seal failure.

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

Mold contamination

Symptoms to watch for

Eating a moldy product may cause nausea, vomiting, diarrhea or allergic reactions. Do not intentionally inspect, smell or taste a suspect product.

Higher-risk groups

People with mold allergies, asthma, a weakened immune system, pregnant people and young children should be especially cautious.

What to do now

  1. 1Stop using or eating the affected product and keep it away from children and pets.
  2. 2Match the product against the UPC and lot/date codes on this page, then dispose of it safely or return it to the retailer.
  3. 3If you have already been exposed and develop severe or worsening symptoms, seek medical advice promptly.

Visible mold can indicate a moisture, packaging or temperature failure.

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 Liposomal Magnesium Nutritional Supplement recall?

Empirical Laboratories, Incorporated recalled Liposomal Magnesium Nutritional Supplement in an FDA Class II enforcement action reported as F-1366-2016. Empirical Labs is recalling Liposomal Magnesium because of the potential for mold contamination.

What are the symptoms of Mold contamination exposure?

Eating a moldy product may cause nausea, vomiting, diarrhea or allergic reactions. Do not intentionally inspect, smell or taste a suspect product.

Who is most at risk from Mold contamination?

People with mold allergies, asthma, a weakened immune system, pregnant people and young children should be especially cautious.

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 keep it away from children and pets. Match the product against the UPC and lot/date codes on this page, then dispose of it safely or return it to the retailer. If you have already been exposed and develop severe or worsening symptoms, seek medical advice promptly.

How do I get a refund from Empirical Laboratories, Incorporated?

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-1366-2016 and keep the packaging, lot code and proof of purchase if you have them.

Is the Empirical Laboratories, Incorporated 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-1366-2016. 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.