American Gourmet recalls 1.5 oz. Saladitos dried salted plums (UPC 1578600104) due to high lead levels detected in samples. Consumers should check product details and contact the company for instructions.
California Department of Public Health sampled product and found it to contain high levels of lead.
American Gourmet is recalling dried salted plums (Saladitos) because samples tested by California health officials found high lead levels. This poses a risk of lead poisoning, especially for children who might eat the product.
Lead is a toxic heavy metal that can cause serious health issues, especially in children. High lead levels in food can lead to lead poisoning if consumed, which may affect development and behavior.
Anyone who owns or bought the recalled Saladitos dried salted plums (1.5 oz. package, UPC 1578600104) from stores selling it. Children are at higher risk due to lead poisoning concerns.
Check for the 1.5 oz. package with UPC 1578600104. The product was sold with lot number 211203 and sell by date 12/03/2022.
Look for the UPC 1578600104 on the package to confirm if it's the recalled item.
California Department of Public Health sampled the product and found high lead levels.
Check for the 1.5 oz. package with UPC 1578600104, lot number 211203, and sell by date 12/03/2022.
The recall record does not specify a remedy, so contact American Gourmet for instructions.
We’ve drafted a message you can send American Gourmet to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall F-0830-2022 — American Gourmet American Gourmet Hello, I own a American Gourmet that is covered by recall F-0830-2022 from American Gourmet. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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