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What was recalled
Saba Shark Cartilage Complex Dietary Supplement, 500 mg, 60 Capsules, Distributed by Saba 711 NE 39th Street, Oklahoma City, OK 73105
A recall covers only these codes. Compare them with the lot number, best-by date or UPC printed on your package.
Lot number 416349, 08/16
Where it was sold
Nationwide.
FDA's distribution note: Nationwide throughout the US and in Canada
Do not eat it. Class I means FDA judged there is a reasonable probability of serious illness or death. If the brand, size and lot or date code on your package match, throw the product away or return it to the store for a refund, and clean any surface or container it touched. If anyone has eaten it and feels unwell, contact a doctor and mention the recall. FDA lists this recall as terminated: the company has finished removing the product, so it should no longer be on shelves - but it can still be in a freezer or pantry.
Reason Product called SABA ACE (Appetite Control Energy) that was manufactured prior to September 2013 was found to have DMAA (1,3-Dimethylpentylamine) based on label and laboratory analysis. the DMAA was removed when the…