Recall of QUALITY CHOICE Cough Drops Due to Quality Concerns
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Xiamen Kang Zhongyuan Biotechnology Co., Ltd. is recalling certain lots of QUALITY CHOICE Menthol Cough Drops over potential product quality issues identified by the FDA.
What this FDA recall tells you, and what most readers miss
This notice was issued by FDA on May 3, 2026 and geographically references United States. Its severity classification of "medium" signals how the issuing agency weighs the risk of harm if no action is taken - "critical" and "high" tier alerts typically carry direct consumer actions, while "medium" and "low" tend toward informational guidance or monitoring advisories. 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
Xiamen Kang Zhongyuan Biotechnology Co., Ltd. is voluntarily recalling specific lots of QC Quality Choice Menthol Cough Drops due to observations noted during an FDA inspection on August 15, 2025, that may affect product quality.
Which Products Are Affected
The affected product is QC Quality Choice, Menthol Cough Suppressant Oral Anesthetic, Cough Drops, Sugar Free, Black Cherry Flavor, in 25-count bags. It is distributed by CDMA, Inc., Novi MI 48375, and made in China. The product has NDC: 83698-616-25, UPC: 635515993372, Lot#: 20240720, and Expiration Date: 07/20/2026. The quantity affected is not specified, and distribution is US Nationwide.
What You Should Do
Consumers who have the affected product should follow the initial firm notification, which was sent via letter. Contact the recalling firm, Xiamen Kang Zhongyuan Biotechnology Co., Ltd., at No. 2018, 2 Jietou Road, Xiamen, China, for instructions on returns or refunds.
Why This Matters
This recall underscores potential quality concerns in over-the-counter drugs distributed nationwide, emphasizing the importance of manufacturing standards to ensure consumer safety.
Source
FDA recall notice for Recall Number D-0464-2026.
Original source: FDA Official Notice ↗
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