N-Acetyl Cysteine (Unique) – bacterial contamination (2014)
Class I: A situation in which there is a reasonable probability that the use of, or exposure to, a violative product will cause serious adverse health consequences or death
Class I recall indicates potential for serious health consequences.
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Check Your Product
According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
Product
N-Acetyl Cysteine 20% 4 mL Vial Stock Code: 4133
Brand
Unique Pharmaceutical, Ltd
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Lot #: 86513, Exp 07/23/2014
Products Sold
Lot #: 86513, Exp 07/23/2014
Unique Pharmaceutical, Ltd is recalling N-Acetyl Cysteine 20% 4 mL Vial Stock Code: 4133 due to Non-Sterility: One lot of N-Acetyl Cysteine vials tested positive for Herbaspirillum huttiense.. This is a Class I recall, indicating a high risk of serious health consequences. Based on FDA drug enforcement report.
Summary derived from FDA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by FDA
Non-Sterility: One lot of N-Acetyl Cysteine vials tested positive for Herbaspirillum huttiense.
Recommended Action
Per FDA guidance
Consumers should stop using the product and contact the recalling firm, their healthcare provider, 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 13, 2026