Wise Woman Herbals Kava Capsules (EarthLab) – High Microbial Counts (2022)
Class II: A situation in which use of, or exposure to, a violative product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences or where the probability of serious adverse health consequences is remote
Class II recall indicates potential for temporary health effects.
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According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
Product
Wise Woman Herbals Kava Capsules, 450 mg Kava (Piper met. Root), Dosage: 1 capsule up to 3 times per day day at 450mg Kava root. 90 counts per bottle. UPC 7 48840 14284 8. Kava Capsules older lots are packaged in 250cc Wide Mouth Amber Glass Packer, Black 45/400 PP ribbed skirt screw-top lid, clear neck band, Wise Woman Herbals Large botanical label. Kava Capsules newer lots are packaged in White polypropylene packer style bottle, White serrated flat-topped lid with foam liner, clear neck
Brand
EarthLab Inc
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
90KACA (90 indicates package size, KA indicates Kava, CA indicates capsule). Lots: 16754, 17157, and 17764-1. Best Used By for each lot: 10/22/21 (for 16754), 10/22/22 (for 17157), 1/26/24 (for 17764-1).
Products Sold
90KACA (90 indicates package size; KA indicates Kava; CA indicates capsule). Lots: 16754, 17157, and 17764-1. Best Used By for each lot: 10/22/21 (for 16754); 10/22/22 (for 17157); 1/26/24 (for 17764-1).
EarthLab Inc is recalling Wise Woman Herbals Kava Capsules, 450 mg Kava (Piper met. Root), Dosage: 1 capsule up to 3 times per due to The microbial test result is found to be out of specification due to high yeast and mold counts.. This is a Class I recall, indicating a high risk of serious health consequences. Based on FDA enforcement report.
Summary derived from FDA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by FDA
The microbial test result is found to be out of specification due to high yeast and mold counts.
Recommended Action
Per FDA guidance
Consumers should stop using the product and contact the recalling firm or return it to the place of purchase.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) directly.
View official FDA recall noticePage updated: Jan 6, 2026