The Recall Desk
ModerateFDA (Food)·F-1093-2016·Announced 2016-04-27

Gerber Recalls Organic Infant Pouches Due to Packaging Air Holes

Gerber is voluntarily recalling two batches of Organic 2ND FOODS pouches because packaging defects may allow air in, leading to mold, yeast, and spoilage.

What this means for you

Minor labeling or packaging issue, or a voluntary precautionary recall. Risk of harm is low but real — follow the manufacturer's instructions.

Our severity reasoning: This is a voluntary precautionary recall for a packaging defect that may lead to spoilage (mold/yeast) and off-flavors, fitting the criteria for low-risk contamination or minor defects without reported illness.

Plain-English summary

Gerber is voluntarily recalling two batches of GERBER Organic 2ND FOODS pouches, specifically the Pears, Carrots & Peas and Carrots, Apples & Mangoes varieties. The recall is being conducted because the products do not meet quality standards.

The specific defect involves packaging that may contain air holes. These holes could result in product spoilage, including mold and yeast growth, as well as an off smell and taste. The affected batches are identified by specific lot codes and best-by dates in July 2016.

Consumers who have purchased these specific pouches should check their packaging for the affected lot codes. If the product is affected, it should not be consumed. The recall covers distribution across numerous US states, including Alabama, Arizona, California, and Texas, among others.

The recalled product

Product
GERBER Organic 2ND FOODS Pears, Carrots & Peas, 3.5 oz., film pouches, 6 pouches per display box/ 2 display boxes per case; Asst Ecom PK2 18 pc, 3.94 Lbs.
Manufacturer
Nestle Infant Nutrition
Category
Food — Infant Food
Hazard

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Lot numbers (6)

  • UPC: 15000074319 GERBER Organic 2ND FOODS¿ Pears
  • Carrots & Peas Batch 51945335XX manufactured July 13
  • 2105 Best By: July 12
  • 2016 Batch 51955335XX manufactured July 14
  • 2015 Best By: July 13
  • 2016

Distribution

Distributed in 36 states:

Part of a larger recall action

This product is one of 2 recalled by Nestle Infant Nutrition under a single FDA (Food) recall action. The agency files each product separately, so the size of the action is not visible from this page alone.

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