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Class II, May Cause HarmF-3073-2015

Expello-C packaged in 1 FL OZ (29mL) droppers. HoneyCombs Industries, 10671 6075 Road, Montrose, CO 81403.

Recalled by HoneyCombs Industries, LLC on Aug 4, 2015

Reviewed by FoodRecallWatch Editorial Team · Updated

Recall Summary

HoneyCombs Industries, LLC recalled Expello-C packaged in 1 FL OZ (29mL) droppers. in a Class II action, the FDA tier for products that may cause temporary or medically reversible health effects on Aug 4, 2015.

The FDA-published reason for this recall is: "The powdered golden seal had a coliform count of 2000 cfu/g when the specifications stated less than 1000/cfy/g. There is 12mg of golden seal per dose."

Distribution was broad: the FDA record describes it as "Distributed nationwide to CO, MO, FL, NC, IN, MI, TN, KS, WI, OH, NM, AZ, GA, NY, TX, PA, MD, and KY. No foreign/VA/govt/military," 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 Montrose, CO. The recall covers 262 bottles of product. The FDA has Terminated this recall (first reported Sep 9, 2015), 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

The powdered golden seal had a coliform count of 2000 cfu/g when the specifications stated less than 1000/cfy/g. There is 12mg of golden seal per dose.

Product Description

Expello-C packaged in 1 FL OZ (29mL) droppers. HoneyCombs Industries, 10671 6075 Road, Montrose, CO 81403.

Distribution

Distributed nationwide to CO, MO, FL, NC, IN, MI, TN, KS, WI, OH, NM, AZ, GA, NY, TX, PA, MD, and KY. No foreign/VA/govt/military.

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.