Healthmark ProChek-W and ProChek-SQ Protein Test Recall Over Expired Ingredient
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Healthmark Industries Co., Inc. is recalling 53 units of healthmark ProChek protein tests due to an expired ingredient that may cause false negative or positive results.
What this FDA recall tells you, and what most readers miss
This notice was issued by FDA on September 10, 2026 and geographically references United States. The FDA classifies this as a Class II recall, with the stated reason "Test manufactured with an expired ingredient which may present as either a false negative or positive.", distributed worldwide distribution - us nationwide and the countries of canada, france, hong kong, south korea.. FDA recall classes run from I (reasonable probability of serious harm) to III (unlikely to cause harm), so the class number is the fastest way to gauge severity here. The category it belongs to - FDA Recalls - determines the consumer-protection framework behind it, which shapes what remedies (refunds, replacements, repairs, or the recall itself) are available to affected consumers and which agency holds statutory responsibility for enforcement.
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What Happened
Healthmark Industries Co., Inc. initiated a voluntary recall of certain protein tests manufactured with an expired ingredient which may present as either a false negative or positive.
Which Products Are Affected
The recall affects healthmark ProChek-W Protein Test for Robotic Arms and ProChek-Semi Quantitative Protein Test, Model Number PT-SQ-001. A total of 53 units distributed worldwide, including US Nationwide and the countries of Canada, France, Hong Kong, and South Korea, are affected. Serial/Lot Numbers: 200035, 200036, 200037, 200038, 200039, 200040, 30028. The recall number is Z-3032-2026.
What You Should Do
The recall was initiated voluntarily by the firm via email, fax, letter, press release, telephone, and visit.
Why This Matters
The affected tests may produce inaccurate results due to the expired ingredient.
Source
FDA recall number Z-3032-2026, Class II, event ID 99537.
Original source: FDA Official Notice ↗
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