Health Canada has recalled one lot of Harmonic Arts Holy Basil Tincture after routine quality testing found that the product exceeded the acceptable limit for Total Aerobic Microbial Count (TAMC). The recall applies only to the affected lot listed below and was issued as a precaution to protect consumers and maintain product quality.

Recall Details

• Product: Harmonic Arts Holy Basil Tincture
• Natural Product Number (NPN): 80065992
• Affected Lot Number: 25178
• Reason for Recall: The affected lot was found to have a Total Aerobic Microbial Count (TAMC) that exceeded the product’s approved microbiological specification.

What Consumers Should Do

If you have purchased or are currently using Harmonic Arts Holy Basil Tincture, Health Canada recommends that you:

• Check the lot number on the product label to determine whether you have Lot 25178, the only lot affected by the recall.
• Consult your healthcare provider before discontinuing use if you are taking the product for a medical or therapeutic purpose, or if you have any health concerns.
• Contact Harmonic Arts if you have questions regarding the recall, replacement, or refund process.
• Report any adverse reactions or product quality concerns to Health Canada through its health product safety reporting program.

While the recall notice does not indicate the presence of specific pathogenic microorganisms, the affected lot failed to meet the required microbiological quality specification for total aerobic microbial count. This type of quality issue underscores the importance of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), microbiological testing, and effective quality control throughout the production of natural health products.