L'il Critters and vitafusion vitamins recall in Canada: metal wire fragments
In plain language
This recall involves certain lots of L'il Critters Gummy Vites, vitafusion Fibre Well, and vitafusion MultiVites vitamins sold in Canada. They are being recalled because they may contain metal wire fragments. Stop using the product and contact the company for a refund before disposing of it.
What to do
- Stop using the product immediately.
- Contact Church & Dwight Canada Corp. at 1-800-981-4710 to obtain a refund.
- Report any health product-related side effects or complaints to Health Canada.
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Affected products
L’il Critters Gummy Vites 70-count bottle
UPC: 0-27917-27000-5
Lot: WA03063552, WA03101954
Date codes: 05/2022
L’il Critters Gummy Vites 190-count bottle
UPC: 0-27917-01704-4
Lot: WA03105933, WA03105561
Date codes: 05/2022
L’il Critters Gummy Vites 275-count bottle
UPC: 0-27917-00198-2
Lot: WA03066312, WA03065947
Date codes: 05/2022
vitafusion Fibre Well 90-count bottle
UPC: 0-27917-02298-7
Lot: WA03086272
Date codes: 11/2022
vitafusion MultiVites 250-count bottle
UPC: 0-27917-00197-5
Lot: WA03045979, WA03045978
Date codes: 04/2022
vitafusion MultiVites 150-count bottle
UPC: 0-27917-02333-5
Lot: WA03046274
Date codes: 04/2022
Why this matters
Ingestion hazard from metal wire fragments
Do I have this product?
This recall only applies to specific products. Follow the steps below to check.
- 1
Check the product name
Make sure your product name matches one of the affected products listed above.
- 2
Check the UPC code
The UPC is the barcode number on the packaging.
Affected UPCs: 0-27917-00197-5, 0-27917-00198-2, 0-27917-01704-4, 0-27917-02298-7, 0-27917-02333-5, 0-27917-27000-5
- 3
Check the date code
Date codes are usually printed near the best-before date or on the packaging seam.
Affected date codes: 04/2022, 05/2022, 11/2022
- 4
Check the lot number
Lot numbers identify specific production batches.
Affected lots: WA03045979, WA03045978, WA03046274, WA03063552, WA03101954, WA03066312, WA03065947, WA03086272, WA03105933, WA03105561
If your product matches one or more of the details above, it may be affected by this recall.
If your product does not match these details, it is not affected by this recall.
When in doubt, always check the official notice.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why was this product recalled?
Ingestion hazard from metal wire fragments
What should consumers do?
Stop using the product immediately. Contact Church & Dwight Canada Corp. at 1-800-981-4710 to obtain a refund. Report any health product-related side effects or complaints to Health Canada.
Where was the product sold?
This product was sold in Canada. For specific retailers or distribution areas, please check the official recall notice linked on this page.
Is there a health risk?
Yes, there may be a health risk. Ingestion hazard from metal wire fragments
When was this product recalled?
This product was recalled on April 20, 2021.
Is the L'il Critters, vitafusion brand affected by this recall?
Yes, L'il Critters, vitafusion products are affected by this recall. This recall involves certain lots of L'il Critters Gummy Vites, vitafusion Fibre Well, and vitafusion MultiVites vitamins sold in Canada. They are being recalled because they may contain metal wire fragments. Stop using the product and contact the company for a refund before disposing of it.