Xylanase Enzyme Blends, bulk, custom blended formulations identified as xylanase 1000, xylanase 150,000 XU, synerzyme-ae, brizyme, Cellulase Special Blend OMRI, xylanase amylase blend, Bio-Cat Ruminant Enzyme, Feed Blend ws alkacel 20x, BC-XR, enzyme blend #2237, CHX blend, EB-7 multi-enzyme blend EB110311-01, EB020812-01, xylanase 70,000, nut 14-500, ultra blend 102 xylanase 10,000, bb cd blend #3, soy blend, amiron blend, Formula #121412b, erc530b, pn digestive blend, digest basic, blend 0313, xylanase 20,000, EC-CHPX, Xylanase 50,000 XU, Xylanase 50m XU, Xylanase 25,000, Xylanase 190,000 XU, af-5x, silage blend, xylanase concentrate, Enzyme Blend 1, and Enzyme Blend 2, packed in boxes or drums ranging from 1 kg to 25 kg, item # XYXP, labeled in part ***Manufactured by BIO-CAT, INC.9117 Three Notch Road Troy, Virginia 22974 Telephone (800) 545-9052 Fax (434) 589-3301 E-mail: info@bio-cat.com Website: www.bio-cat.com***
Recalled by Bio-Cat INC on Sep 26, 2013
Recall Summary
Bio-Cat INC recalled Xylanase Enzyme Blends, bulk, custom blended formulations identified as xylanase 1000, xylanase 150,000 XU, synerzyme-ae, brizyme, Cellulase in a Class II action, the FDA tier for products that may cause temporary or medically reversible health effects on Sep 26, 2013.
The FDA-published reason for this recall is: "Raw material enzymes intended for further manufacturing of foods and dietary spplements may be contaminated with chloramphenicol."
Distribution was broad: the FDA record describes it as "The products were distributed to manufacturers and distributors nationwide and to Canada," which places this among the wider-reach recalls on the site. Consumers across the affected area should check product on hand. The recalling firm is based in Troy, VA. The recall covers 3276 kg total for all products of product. The FDA has Terminated this recall (first reported Nov 27, 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
Raw material enzymes intended for further manufacturing of foods and dietary spplements may be contaminated with chloramphenicol.
Product Description
Xylanase Enzyme Blends, bulk, custom blended formulations identified as xylanase 1000, xylanase 150,000 XU, synerzyme-ae, brizyme, Cellulase Special Blend OMRI, xylanase amylase blend, Bio-Cat Ruminant Enzyme, Feed Blend ws alkacel 20x, BC-XR, enzyme blend #2237, CHX blend, EB-7 multi-enzyme blend EB110311-01, EB020812-01, xylanase 70,000, nut 14-500, ultra blend 102 xylanase 10,000, bb cd blend #3, soy blend, amiron blend, Formula #121412b, erc530b, pn digestive blend, digest basic, blend 0313, xylanase 20,000, EC-CHPX, Xylanase 50,000 XU, Xylanase 50m XU, Xylanase 25,000, Xylanase 190,000 XU, af-5x, silage blend, xylanase concentrate, Enzyme Blend 1, and Enzyme Blend 2, packed in boxes or drums ranging from 1 kg to 25 kg, item # XYXP, labeled in part ***Manufactured by BIO-CAT, INC.9117 Three Notch Road Troy, Virginia 22974 Telephone (800) 545-9052 Fax (434) 589-3301 E-mail: info@bio-cat.com Website: www.bio-cat.com***
Distribution
The products were distributed to manufacturers and distributors nationwide and to Canada.
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.