Voluntary Recall of Apple Sauce Pouches Due to Elevated Lead Levels
December 22, 2023 - WanaBana USA has issued a voluntary recall of WanaBana Apple Cinnamon Fruit Puree pouches due to reports of elevated levels of lead. The elevated levels of lead found in certain units of the product pose a lead poisoning hazard to children. Since the investigation began, Schnucks and Weis Cinnamon Apple pouches have also been voluntarily recalled.
WanaBana Apple Cinnamon Fruit Purée Pouches were distributed nationwide through online and retail stores. The affected product information is WanaBana Apple Cinnamon Fruit Puree in 3-pack pouches of 2.5 oz. The product is also distributed independently in the US as private label brands under the names of Schnucks Apple Sauce 90g pouches with cinnamon. The affected Schnucks lots subject of the product recall were identified as 05023:19, 09023:22 and 09023:24. In addition, Weis Cinnamon Apple Sauce 90g, reported an affected lot number 05023:28, which is also included in the product recall.
We encourage parents and health care providers:
- To alert parents about the recall of these products
- Encourage parents to immediately stop using the recalled products
- Talk to your physician about testing children for lead exposure from these and other sources
Lead is toxic to humans and can affect people of any age or health status. Lead exposure in children is often difficult to see. If you suspect that your child might have consumed this product, parents should talk to your child’s healthcare provider about getting a blood lead test. Lead poisoning can only be diagnosed through clinical testing.
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