Health products recalled from the UAE: 4 products were recalled due to safety concerns and unapproved ingredients
In a recent consumer safety alert, the Emirates Drug Corporation (EDE) ordered the urgent withdrawal of four health-related products from the UAE market due to serious safety concerns and regulatory violations.
The recall affects three nutritional supplements and one medical product, and reflects the UAE’s extreme vigilance in protecting public health amid a rise in online sales and unregulated imports. The authorities warned the public against purchasing or using these items and banned their distribution through pharmacies, e-commerce platforms and other sales outlets across the country.
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The regulator’s action follows safety reviews and inspections that identified unapproved ingredients, potential contamination and quality defects in these products – issues that could pose safety risks to consumers if left unchecked.
The EDE alerts are part of a broader drive by health authorities to ensure that all health and medical products sold in the UAE meet stringent quality, safety and regulatory standards.
What health products were withdrawn from the UAE and why?
- “Super Immun+” (unauthorized ingredients): The first recall notice issued by EDE referred to a supplement called Super Immune+, which was found to contain unapproved ingredients, including dimethylaminoethanol (DMAE), molybdenum amino acid chelates and boron citrate, which are not approved for use in dietary supplements in the UAE and are potentially unsafe for consumers. Because it has not been registered or approved by EDE, the product is considered non-compliant and poses a risk to public health.
- “WoundVite” by ZEN
Nutrients (The problem of the components of the novel): Appendix II,WoundVite The product marketed by ZEN NUTRIENTS has been recalled, after regulators identified a new nutritional ingredient not authorized under current safety regulations in Europe or the UAE. Newly formulated ingredients require rigorous scientific evaluation before approval, which this product has not undergone. - Rosabella
Moringa capsule (Salmonella contamination): The third recall concerns Rosabella Moringa capsule, which has been linked to a risk of Salmonella contamination based on a safety update from the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and in coordination with disease control authorities. Salmonella are harmful pathogens that can cause serious gastrointestinal illness, especially in vulnerable populations. - Isotonac-4 (quality defects): The final product was Isotonac-4, a laboratory-related medical product that was recalled after inspections revealed quality defects, including foreign particles and abnormal properties that could affect its safety and effectiveness. The manufacturer and supplier were ordered to immediately withdraw the affected batches from all distribution channels.
How important are these health product recalls for consumers in the UAE?
These recalls underscore the UAE’s proactive approach to consumer safety and regulatory enforcement, especially as online marketplaces and social media-driven commerce have expanded the availability of health-related products that may bypass traditional oversight. Several trends and broader implications emerge:
- Unregulated online sales pose a growing risk – Many of the recalled products were sold on online platforms without proper registration or approval. As digital shopping grows, so does the risk of unvetted nutritional supplements and medicinal substances entering the market, sometimes with misleading claims or unsafe ingredients. EDE has explicitly warned consumers against purchasing these products online or in stores.
- Registration and approval are mandatory – Under UAE law, all nutritional supplements, medicines and medical devices must be registered and approved by the relevant authority before being marketed or sold. Failure to comply can result in recalls, fines and legal action for distributors and resellers. Experts also remind online sellers and merchants that product registration is not optional, and that selling unregistered health products can result in regulatory penalties.
- Safety alerts often follow global signals – The Rosabella Moringa capsule recall demonstrates how UAE regulators are working in coordination with global safety networks such as the US Food and Drug Administration and disease control agencies to track contamination risks and issue recalls when necessary. This helps protect domestic consumers from risks identified abroad before they are widely used domestically.
What UAE consumers should do now
If you live in or are visiting the UAE, here’s what health authorities recommend:
- Do not purchase or use any of the products mentioned in the recall.
- Check your current supplies to see which brand names, lot numbers, and expiration dates correspond to the recalled items.
- Dispose of recalled products securely or return them to the point of purchase.
- Report any adverse reactions or side effects to your healthcare provider and EDE.
- Avoid purchasing health supplements and medical products from unauthorized sellers or from unregistered online listings.
Consumers can also contact EDE directly for information about recalls or inquiries about product safety certification and registration requirements.
This recall comes amid a broader regulatory landscape as the UAE authorities work to increase oversight of product safety. Last month, for example, various batches of infant formula, including well-known brands, were also voluntarily recalled after potential contamination concerns were identified.
These moves reflect enhanced vigilance on the food and drug safety fronts to prevent harm to the consumer.
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Aside from individual withdrawals, the Emirates Pharmaceutical Corporation recently introduced new mechanisms to end monopolies on medical products and enhance competition, thus improving supply flexibility while maintaining quality standards in the pharmaceutical sector. This regulatory reform complements safety recalls by strengthening the overall health ecosystem.The UAE has issued an urgent recall of four health products, three nutritional supplements and one medicinal substance, due to unapproved ingredients, contamination risks and quality defects. Affected products include Super Immune+, WoundVite, Rosabella Moringa Capsule and Isotonac-4, all of which are either unregistered or flagged due to safety issues. Consumers are urged not to buy or use these products and sellers are prohibited from advertising or stocking them.
This measure reflects increasing global and local coordination on health product safety and strict application of registration rules in the UAE.
