Anvisa Orders Immediate Recall of Irregular Dietary Supplements and Contaminated Batch of Tapioca Gummies Posing Health Risks in Brazil

Written by Felipe Alves da Silva

Published on 28/08/2025 at 19:08

Anvisa proíbe suplementos irregulares e recolhe goma de tapioca contaminada na Bahia; produtos continham ingredientes proibidos e sem registro. Imagem: IA

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Agency Suspends Marketing of Brands Like Gold Labs, Nutrivitalle, and Floral Ervas do Brasil and Also Orders Recall of Contaminated Tapioca Gum Batch in Bahia

The National Health Surveillance Agency (Anvisa) determined on the last Monday (25/8) the recall and seizure of various dietary supplements in irregular situations in Brazil. The decision was published in the Official Gazette and includes products manufactured without stability studies, marketed with unauthorized therapeutic claims, and containing prohibited constituents. The measure also suspends the manufacturing, distribution, advertising, and use of the involved brands.

Supplements Suspended by Anvisa

Among the products affected by the decision are dietary supplements from Floral Ervas do Brasil Ltda., which, according to Anvisa, were being marketed without stability studies and with unapproved claims. All batches of the following have been suspended:

Magnesium Dimalate
Magnesium Chelate
Expectos Mel
Lipo Magre
Max Beauty
Gestlac
Max Neural
Digestivit

The decision also affects all supplements from the brands Gold Labs and Nutrivitalle, whose manufacturers lack health regulation and used unauthorized ingredients for consumption.

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Risks Associated with Dietary Supplements

Anvisa reported that Gold Labs products were advertised with claims of prohibited therapeutic and medicinal properties in dietary supplements. Additionally, unauthorized constituents and reports of serious adverse events related to the consumption of these products were identified.

In the case of the Nutrivitalle brand, produced by Sunfood Clinical Brasil Indústria e Comércio Importação e Exportação Ltda., the inspection pointed out that the supplements were being manufactured and imported without health registration. The company also lacks a license for the production of probiotics, reinforcing the need for immediate suspension.

Stability Studies and Irregularities

According to Anvisa, the absence of the so-called stability studies was one of the main factors for the recall decision. These tests evaluate the shelf life and safety of the product under different conditions of temperature, humidity, and light, ensuring that consumption does not pose health risks. The lack of this step compromises the reliability and safety of supplements in the national market.

Recall of Tapioca Gum

In addition to dietary supplements, Anvisa also determined the recall of batch 16125 of Ekobom Hydrated Gum, manufactured by the Rural Products Cooperative of Presidente Tancredo Neves (Coopatan), in Bahia. The batch, produced on 18/06/2025 and with an expiration date of 18/12/2025, showed signs of swelling. According to the agency, this problem may indicate contamination and risks to the consumer.

Voluntary Recall and Consumer Guidance

Coopatan itself informed Anvisa about the voluntary recall of the tapioca gum batch. The agency emphasizes that consumers who have purchased the product should contact the company’s Customer Service (SAC) for return or replacement. The available phone numbers are (73) 3540-1111 and (73) 98169-5668.

Preventive Measure and Inspection

According to the National Health Surveillance Agency – Anvisa, the measures are preventive and aim to protect public health against products without quality assurance. In addition to the seizure, the marketing, manufacturing, importation, and advertising of all listed products are prohibited. The inspection will continue to monitor compliance with the order, with the possibility of further actions if irregularities are detected.

Impact on the Supplement Sector

Anvisa’s decision has a direct impact on consumers and companies operating in the dietary supplement sector, a rapidly growing market in Brazil. The restrictions reflect the agency’s concern for consumer safety in light of the indiscriminate use of substances without scientific or health verification.

Consumer Safety Assurance

With the new measures, Anvisa reinforces the need for companies in the sector to fully comply with production and marketing regulations, including laboratory tests and official registration. The agency warns that non-compliance may result in further seizures, fines, and legal actions.

Have you checked if you have any of the supplements or the tapioca gum mentioned in Anvisa’s recall list at home?

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Anvisa Orders Immediate Recall of Irregular Dietary Supplements and Contaminated Batch of Tapioca Gummies Posing Health Risks in Brazil

Agency Suspends Marketing of Brands Like Gold Labs, Nutrivitalle, and Floral Ervas do Brasil and Also Orders Recall of Contaminated Tapioca Gum Batch in Bahia

Supplements Suspended by Anvisa

Risks Associated with Dietary Supplements

Stability Studies and Irregularities

Recall of Tapioca Gum

Voluntary Recall and Consumer Guidance

Preventive Measure and Inspection

Impact on the Supplement Sector

Consumer Safety Assurance

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Anvisa Orders Immediate Recall of Irregular Dietary Supplements and Contaminated Batch of Tapioca Gummies Posing Health Risks in Brazil

Agency Suspends Marketing of Brands Like Gold Labs, Nutrivitalle, and Floral Ervas do Brasil and Also Orders Recall of Contaminated Tapioca Gum Batch in Bahia

Supplements Suspended by Anvisa

Risks Associated with Dietary Supplements

Stability Studies and Irregularities

Recall of Tapioca Gum

Voluntary Recall and Consumer Guidance

Preventive Measure and Inspection

Impact on the Supplement Sector

Consumer Safety Assurance

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