Labeling error. The 5-MTHF 1mg label incorrectly declares 5000mcg Folic Acid instead 1000mcg Folic Acid per serving in the Supplement Facts, but correctly declares Folate…
Health risk
The product is unlikely to cause adverse health consequences. These recalls are often related to labeling or quality violations. A safety issue that does not fit the standard pathogen, allergen, chemical or quality categories.
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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Hto Nevada INC Dba KirkmanLake Oswego, OR, United States
UPC / barcodes
8 12325 02354 7
Lot / date codes
Lot#: 477-0016, Exp: 08/2025
Distribution area
INCAFLOHTXWAWI
Distributed in CA, FL, OH, TX, WA and WI and in the following countries China, Netherlands, Pakistan, Peru, Switzerland, and United Kingdom.
United States, United Kingdom, China
Quantity affected
366 bottles
Recall initiation
FDA report date: May 15, 2024
FDA recall number
F-1222-2024
Beyond the headline
The recall, in context
Hto Nevada INC Dba Kirkman initiated this supplements recall on March 12, 2024. The FDA enforcement report states: Labeling error. The 5-MTHF 1mg label incorrectly declares 5000mcg Folic Acid instead 1000mcg Folic Acid per serving in the Supplement Facts, but correctly declares Folate 1667mcg DFE. The front label correctly declares product as 5-MTHF Methyltetrahydrofolate 1mg (or 1000mcg). The FDA report lists distribution as: Distributed in CA, FL, OH, TX, WA and WI and in the following countries China, Netherlands, Pakistan, Peru, Switzerland, and United Kingdom.
The FDA enforcement report describes the reason as: Labeling error. The 5-MTHF 1mg label incorrectly declares 5000mcg Folic Acid instead 1000mcg Folic Acid per serving in the Supplement Facts, but correctly declares Folate 1667mcg DFE. The front label correctly declares product as 5-MTHF Methyltetrahydrofolate 1mg (or 1000mcg).
Kirkman Brand 5-mthf Methyltetrahydrofolate 1mg Capsule Dietary Supplement, Folate 1667mcg Dfe, … was made or distributed by Hto Nevada INC Dba Kirkman in Lake Oswego, OR, United States. This page reflects FDA report F-1222-2024, dated May 15, 2024.
Why this is a Class III recall
Class III means the product is unlikely to cause adverse health consequences. These recalls are often related to labeling or quality violations. In this recall, a safety issue that does not fit the standard pathogen, allergen, chemical or quality categories.
FDA definition
The product is unlikely to cause adverse health consequences. These recalls are often related to labeling or quality violations.
What to do now
1
Stop using it
Do not eat, drink or take the affected product.
2
Check the codes
Compare the UPC and lot code against the table above.
3
Return or discard
Contact the retailer or recalling firm about a refund, and dispose of the product safely.
Consumer safety guide
Product safety recall
Symptoms to watch for
The official enforcement report describes the specific risk. Follow the recall notice, check the product codes and do not use a product that may be affected.
Higher-risk groups
Children, pregnant people, older adults and people with weakened immune systems should take extra care when a product's safety is uncertain.
What to do now
1Stop using or eating the product and keep it away from children and pets.
2Check the UPC and lot/date codes on this page and follow the official recall notice for disposal or return.
3Seek medical advice if anyone develops severe or worrying symptoms after exposure.
Read the official source record for the specific hazard and instructions.
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
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What is the Kirkman Brand 5-mthf Methyltetrahydrofolate 1mg Capsule Dietary Supplement, Folate 1667mcg Dfe, … recall?
Hto Nevada INC Dba Kirkman recalled Kirkman Brand 5-mthf Methyltetrahydrofolate 1mg Capsule Dietary Supplement, Folate 1667mcg Dfe, … in an FDA Class III enforcement action reported as F-1222-2024. Labeling error. The 5-MTHF 1mg label incorrectly declares 5000mcg Folic Acid instead 1000mcg Folic Acid per serving in the Supplement Facts, but correctly declares Folate…
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 product and keep it away from children and pets. Check the UPC and lot/date codes on this page and follow the official recall notice for disposal or return. Seek medical advice if anyone develops severe or worrying symptoms after exposure.
Is the Hto Nevada INC Dba Kirkman 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-1222-2024. 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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