Anvisa orders seizure of counterfeit batch of Omegafor Plus: how to check before using

The alert targets a specific group: just looking at the brand name is not enough. On August 3, 2026, the National Health Surveillance Agency ordered the seizure of batch B25 2501951, with expiration date 08/27, of the food supplement in Omegafor Plus/Vitafor capsules.

According to Anvisa, the manufacturer of the original product informed that it does not recognize the manufacture of this batch and filed a complaint with the Civil Police of Minas Gerais. The measure prohibits the manufacture, sale, dissemination and use of the identified units. The statement was published at 9:37 am and updated at 6:28 pm on the same day.

Whoever purchased the product, especially online, should compare batch and expiration date, stop using it if the data matches and record the packaging, the offer and purchase documents before requesting action.

Which batch is identified by Anvisa as counterfeit?

The official communication identifies this batch and this expiration date. In the source consulted, Anvisa does not extend the measure to all Omegafor Plus products nor does it indiscriminately accuse other lots or all sellers. Therefore, the conference needs to be done unit by unit.

Where to find the batch and expiration date on the packaging

Food supplement labels must display, among other information, the expiration date, origin and batch number. RDC 727/2022 determines that the batch identification must be visible, legible and indelible. It may appear after the letter “L” or be indicated by dates of manufacture, packaging or expiration date, according to the criteria set out in the standard.

In practice, the position of the print may vary depending on the packaging. Examine:

• the label around the jar;
• the bottom and top of the container;
• the lid and the area near the seal;
• any additional labels;
• the outer box, if the product was delivered inside one.

The manufacturer itself informs on its FAQ page that its jars and boxes contain manufacturing, expiration and batch data. The company also advises consumers with doubts about authenticity to send photos and confirm the batch number through its official channels.

How to compare

1. Look for expressions like “Lot”, “L”, “Expiration”, “Val.”, “Expiry” or “Valid until”.
2. Compare all characters in the batch with B25 2501951.
3. Check if the expiration date indicated is 08/27.
4. Check both the pot and the box, if available.
5. If the print is faded, overlapping or difficult to interpret, do not try to make a conclusion based on its appearance: take a photograph and ask the manufacturer for confirmation.

Bar code, lid color or visual similarity do not replace batch verification. A package can reproduce elements of the original product, and the health regularization consultation informs the product's status on the Anvisa database, but does not alone authenticate a specific physical unit. To confirm the origin of the bottle, it is necessary to combine reading the label with the manufacturer's analysis.

How to photograph packaging and preserve evidence

Before returning, discarding or handing over the product to third parties, set up an organized record. This checklist is not a one-time formality required by law, but it helps demonstrate which unit was received, who it was purchased from, and how the offer was presented.

Product Photos

Register, preferably without filters or edits:

• front and back of the pot;
• batch and expiration date in approximate photograph;
• batch and expiration date in a larger image, showing that they belong to that package;
• lid, seal and bottom of the container;
• list of ingredients and nutritional table;
• manufacturer, distributor or importer data;
• barcode and possible regularization number;
• outer box and shipping label;
• capsules and contents only if the packaging is already opened — it is not necessary to open it exclusively for photography.

Keep the original files. Avoid saving only cropped versions or versions sent by applications, which may lose resolution and date information.

Online Offer Registration

Take screenshots that show:

• product name and description;
• price and quantity;
• seller identification or profile;
• platform name;
• order number;
• date of purchase;
• delivery deadline and conditions;
• statements about originality, origin or issuance of invoice;
• page address or other element that allows you to locate the offer;
• messages exchanged with seller and platform.

If the ad has already been removed, save the available screens in your order history, confirmation emails and notifications received.

Documents that must be saved

Separate into a folder:

• invoice or tax coupon;
• proof of payment;
• order confirmation;
• bill, invoice or receipt;
• tracking code;
• messages and service protocols;
• manufacturer's response regarding authenticity;
• cancellation, refund or dispute request.

Procon-SP recommends requiring documents related to the purchase and, in cases of suspicion involving marketplaces, also communicating the platform itself. Consumidor.gov.br requests consumer relationship documents, such as invoice, contract and proof of payment, to register complaints.

What to do if the batch and expiration date match

1. Do not use the product

Anvisa's determination includes a ban on the use of the batch identified as counterfeit. Separate the unit from other supplements to avoid mistaken consumption and preserve the packaging.

Counterfeit products present a risk because there is no reliable guarantee about their origin, composition or conservation conditions. Anvisa has already reinforced this principle in other alerts involving counterfeit products.

2. Ask the manufacturer for confirmation

Use the manufacturer's official website, not a telephone number provided by the seller or in a message received after purchase. Send clear photos of the jar, box, batch and expiration date.

Vitafor's authenticity page informs that the analysis may require the batch number and data from the invoice, including the store's CNPJ.

3. Register the incident on the sales platform

Open a formal request from the order history. Inform that the batch was subject to sanitary measures, attach the Anvisa statement and request the appropriate solution, such as cancellation or refund.

Avoid limiting the conversation to private messages with the seller. Also use the platform's official channel, which generates protocol numbers and keeps the history linked to the purchase. Procon-SP recommends reporting suspicious offers on the marketplace's service channels.

4. Communicate to Anvisa and Health Surveillance

The Anvisa Ombudsman receives complaints and requests for action through the Fala.BR platform. In the statement, include photos, seller identification, platform, invoice, order number and manufacturer's response, when available.

The occurrence can also be reported to the state or municipal Health Surveillance. Anvisa itself recommends looking for the manufacturer, the local health authority and the Agency's channels when there is a suspicion of an irregular or counterfeit product.

5. Use consumer protection channels

If the supplier or platform does not solve the problem, register the complaint with Procon in your region or at Consumidor.gov.br, when the company is available on the service.

Consumidor.gov.br is a public platform for dialogue between consumers and companies, monitored by the National Consumer Secretariat and Procons.

How to consult Anvisa health alerts

Anvisa launched, on July 6, 2026, a health alert consultation tool integrated into its portal. The system allows you to search by:

• alert number;
• area of activity;
• publication date;
• product name;
• regularization number;
• keywords.

It is also possible to register an email address to receive new alerts.

To follow this case, search for the name Omegafor Plus, the date August 3, 2026, or keywords related to counterfeiting. If the result is not yet available in the tool, consult the statement published in the Anvisa news area and Resolution-RE 3.012/2026 indicated by the Agency.

Separately, Anvisa's food portal allows you to check whether a registered or notified supplement appears as active in the health database. This query is useful to verify the regularity of the product declared on the label, but does not eliminate the need to confirm the authenticity of suspicious packaging.

What if the product has already been consumed?

The official measure does not inform the real composition of the units identified as counterfeit nor does it allow assessing the individual risk of those who have already used them. Keep the packaging and purchase details.

If you feel unwell or worried after consumption, seek a healthcare service and present the bottle, batch and expiration date. The Toxicological Information and Assistance Centers provide guidance to the population and health professionals on a permanent basis.

This content is not a diagnosis or substitute for professional evaluation.

Frequently asked questions

Are all batches of Omegafor Plus banned?

The consulted statement identifies the batch B25 2501951, expiration date 08/27. The official source does not extend the measurement to all batches of the product.

The batch matches, but the expiration date is different. Can I use it?

Do not conclude that the unit is authentic just because one of the data differs. Discontinue use while in doubt and send photographs to the manufacturer for confirmation.

The packaging appears to be original. Is this enough?

No. The alert arose precisely because units not recognized by the manufacturer were being advertised and sold over the internet. The comparison must include the batch, expiration date, origin of purchase and manufacturer confirmation.

Should I throw the product away?

Do not discard before recording the information and consulting the platform, manufacturer or health authority. Packaging may be necessary for analysis, reporting, return or proof of purchase.

Save the alert and follow official sources

Save the number B25 2501951 and the validity 08/27, preserve the receipts and access the official health alert consultation of the Anvisa. As enforcement measures may be updated, please review the advisory before taking further action.