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RECALL RECORD — CLASS IIIRecall closedF-0872-2020/FDA enforcement
National Vitamin Company INC·Dietary Supplements·Feb 28, 2020

Nature's Blend Folic Acid 1000 Mcg Dietary Supplement, 1000-count Bottle, Product Number: 1280

What you need to know

Class III

  • What happened

    Customer reports of label error. Front panel states strength of 1000 mg although supplement fact is correct in stating 1000 mcg.

  • 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.

Recall closed · classified by the FDAAZ, FL, GA, IL +15 moreMore supplements

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Product identification

Source: FDA FOOD

Brand nameNational Vitamin Company INC
Recalling firmNational Vitamin Company INCCasa Grande, AZ, United States
UPC / barcodes
0 79854 51280 9
Lot / date codes
  • Lot Numbers: 9JA08, 9JA09 Expiration Date: 10/22
Distribution area
AZFLGAILMAMIMTNDNJNYOHOKORPATNTXUTVAWA

AZ. FL, GA, IL, MA, MI, MT, ND, NJ, NY, OH, OK, OR, PA, TN, TX, UT, VA, WA

United States

Quantity affected3370 bottles
Recall initiationFDA report date: April 8, 2020
FDA recall numberF-0872-2020

Beyond the headline

The recall, in context

National Vitamin Company INC initiated this supplements recall on February 28, 2020. The FDA enforcement report states: Customer reports of label error. Front panel states strength of 1000 mg although supplement fact is correct in stating 1000 mcg. The FDA report lists distribution as: AZ. FL, GA, IL, MA, MI, MT, ND, NJ, NY, OH, OK, OR, PA, TN, TX, UT, VA, WA.

The FDA enforcement report describes the reason as: Customer reports of label error. Front panel states strength of 1000 mg although supplement fact is correct in stating 1000 mcg.

Nature's Blend Folic Acid 1000 Mcg Dietary Supplement, 1000-count Bottle, Product Number: 1280 was made or distributed by National Vitamin Company INC in Casa Grande, AZ, United States. This page reflects FDA report F-0872-2020, dated April 8, 2020.

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. 1

    Stop using it

    Do not eat, drink or take the affected product.

  2. 2

    Check the codes

    Compare the UPC and lot code 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

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

  1. 1Stop using or eating the product and keep it away from children and pets.
  2. 2Check the UPC and lot/date codes on this page and follow the official recall notice for disposal or return.
  3. 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

What is the Nature's Blend Folic Acid 1000 Mcg Dietary Supplement, 1000-count Bottle, Product Number: 1280 recall?

National Vitamin Company INC recalled Nature's Blend Folic Acid 1000 Mcg Dietary Supplement, 1000-count Bottle, Product Number: 1280 in an FDA Class III enforcement action reported as F-0872-2020. Customer reports of label error. Front panel states strength of 1000 mg although supplement fact is correct in stating 1000 mcg.

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 National Vitamin Company INC 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-0872-2020. 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.