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Class II, May Cause HarmF-0149-2014

Empirical Labs Building Health SuperFuel Tropical Dietary Supplement

Recalled by Empirical Laboratories, Incorporated on Oct 21, 2013

Reviewed by FoodRecallWatch Editorial Team · Updated

Recall Summary

Empirical Laboratories, Incorporated recalled Empirical Labs Building Health SuperFuel Tropical Dietary Supplement in a Class II action, the FDA tier for products that may cause temporary or medically reversible health effects on Oct 21, 2013.

The FDA-published reason for this recall is: "Empirical Labs is recalling certain lots of dietary supplements due to potential for adulteration with chloramphenicol."

The product reached multiple states, recorded by the FDA as "Distributed to ID, MN, and SC. Foreign distribution to Sweden. No military/govt/VA consignees." A multi-state footprint means the same lot can surface in households far from the producer. The recalling firm is based in Fort Collins, CO. The recall covers 62 of product. The FDA has Terminated this recall (first reported Nov 20, 2013), its final lifecycle state, indicating the agency considers the corrective action resolved. The historical record remains useful for tracking a brand's recall pattern over time.

Reason for Recall

Empirical Labs is recalling certain lots of dietary supplements due to potential for adulteration with chloramphenicol.

Product Description

Empirical Labs Building Health SuperFuel Tropical Dietary Supplement

Distribution

Distributed to ID, MN, and SC. Foreign distribution to Sweden. No military/govt/VA consignees.

What Should You Do?

  • 1.Check your kitchen for this product immediately.
  • 2.Do not consume the recalled product.
  • 3.Return the product to where you bought it for a full refund, or throw it away.
  • 4.If you have experienced any health issues, contact your healthcare provider.

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Source: FDA Recalls, Market Withdrawals and Safety Alerts, 2026.