Trader Joe's Statement on Lead in Gummi Vites®

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And why is there ANY lead allowed in children's chewable vitamins?

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Monday, June 07, 2004 8:51 AM

Herbal Remedies - Trader Joe's Statement on Lead in Gummi Vites®

 

 

Trader Joe's Statement on Lead in Gummi Vites®

Released May 28, 2004: Trader Joe's voluntarily withdrew from sale all packages of Northwest Natural Products, Inc. Gummi Vites®, children's chewable vitamins, upon learning that there were allegations by ConsumerLab.com that the levels of lead in the vitamins exceeded FDA guidelines and California's Proposition 65 standards. The health and safety of our customers and the integrity of our products are of utmost concern to Trader Joe's. We immediately had samples from our shelves tested by an independent third-party laboratory. Results of the tests indicate that all samples fell well within both FDA guidelines and California’s Proposition 65 standards.Results of a battery of tests conducted by the manufacturer, Northwest Natural Products, Ltd., have also confirmed that the level of lead in Gummi Vites® falls well below the guidelines. A final series of tests is being conducted and results will be reported to Trader Joe's by Northwest Natural Products the week of May 31st.Northwest Natural Products, Inc., has issued a press release regarding this situation, which you can view by clicking here.Additional information, including test results, is available on the internet at: http://www.nwnaturalproducts.com/Customers may also call Northwest Natural Products directly. Please call Mary Galloway, Product Research and Support 800-661-2736 ext. 246Trader Joe’s will hold all Gummi Vites® off sale until further notice. Federal Law requires that we warn you of the following: 1. Natural methods can sometimes backfire. 2. If you are pregnant, consult your physician before using any natural remedy. 3. The Constitution guarantees you the right to be your own physician and toprescribe for your own health. We are not medical doctors although MDs are welcome to post here as long as they behave themselves. Any opinions put forth by the list members are exactly that, and any person following the advice of anyone posting here does so at their own risk. It is up to you to educate yourself. By accepting advice or products from list members, you are agreeing to be fully responsible for your own health, and hold the List Owner and members free of any liability. Dr. Ian ShillingtonDoctor of NaturopathyDr.IanShillington