- Canned fruit sold at Walmart and Wegmans recalled for high lead levels.
- Over 62,000 cans impacted across 27 U.S. states; return or dispose of affected items.
- Chronic lead exposure can cause severe health concerns in children and adults.
There are multiple recalls on canned fruit products sold at Walmart and Wegmans Food Market stores, per U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) reports. This is due to the products containing high levels of lead.
The following canned fruits are being recalled, including their UPC, lot codes and best-by dates printed on the 15-ounce cans:
Product
UPC
Lot Code
Best-By Date
Great Value Pear Halves in Pear Juice from Concentrate
077890365410
6PJ 09 C2425
SEP 01 2027
Wegmans Fruit Cocktail in 100% Juice with Added Ingredients
077890461525
6FCB 02 C2206
SEP 01 2027
Wegmans Halved Pears in Pear Juice from Concentrate
077890747490
6PJ 09 C2295
SEP 01 2027
Wegmans Organic Pears Sliced in Organic Pear Juice from Concentrate
077890365410
6OPSJ 04 C2893
SEP 01 2027
Approximately 62,340 canned products are impacted by this recall. They were sold at Walmart and Wegmans locations the following states: Alabama, Arkansas, Arizona, California, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Missouri, Mississippi, Nebraska, New Mexico, Nevada, New York, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Washington, Wisconsin and Wyoming. Check your pantry, and if you have any of the affected fruit on hand, dispose of it or return to your place of purchase for a potential refund.
This collection of recalls have been classified as Class II, meaning the products may lead to minor, temporary health problems. But chronic lead exposure can have serious effects on the body. Elevated levels of lead are particularly harmful to young children, as they can cause lasting damage to the nervous system, resulting in developmental delays, learning difficulties and other health issues. Symptoms of chronic exposure to lead in adults can include kidney dysfunction, neurocognitive issues and hypertension.
For questions about these recalls, contact the FDA at 1-888-INFO-FDA (1-888-463-6332).
