Kroger recalls 64 fl oz natural apple juice from concentrate due to patulin levels three times over legal limits. Consumers should check UPC 0 11110 82161 0 and stop using if purchased between July 30 and August 10, 2016.
The firm received notification from the Alabama Dept. of Agriculture that a test came back indicating the levels of patulin was three times over the legal limit for patulin in two code dates of the Kroger Natural Apple Juice.
Kroger is recalling 64 fl oz natural apple juice from concentrate because it contains patulin levels three times higher than legal limits. This could pose a health risk, especially for children, as patulin is a mold-related toxin that can cause illness.
Patulin is a toxin produced by mold that can be present in some fruits. In this case, the juice tested three times over the legal limit for patulin, which could cause illness, especially in children.
Kroger customers who purchased the 64 fl oz natural apple juice from concentrate between July 30 and August 10, 2016. Children are at higher risk due to patulin's potential to cause illness.
Look for the UPC 0 11110 82161 0 on the product label. The product was sold between July 30 and August 10, 2016, with a sell-by date of August 10, 2016.
Look for the UPC 0 11110 82161 0 on the juice container.
No, the juice contains patulin levels three times over legal limits and is not safe to drink.
Check the UPC 0 11110 82161 0 on the label and confirm it was purchased between July 30 and August 10, 2016.
The recall does not specify a remedy, so contact Kroger for guidance.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Kroger to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall F-0345-2016 — Kroger Kroger Hello, I own a Kroger that is covered by recall F-0345-2016 from Kroger. 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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