The Recall Desk
HighFDA (Food)·F-1155-2019·Announced 2019-03-20

Perrigo Recalls Simple Truth Organic Fruit Puree Pouches for Milk Labeling Error

Perrigo is voluntarily recalling Simple Truth Organic Fruit Puree pouches because the packaging fails to declare the presence of milk.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves allergen mislabeling on a common allergen (milk), which corresponds to a severity score of 3 (High) according to the rubric.

Plain-English summary

Perrigo Company PLC is initiating a voluntary recall of one production lot of Simple Truth Organic Banana, Strawberry and Apple Fruit Puree with Nonfat Greek Yogurt. The affected product is identified by lot number L8159 and a best-by date of 08/06/2019. The recall involves 106,632 pouches, which are packed in laminate pouches and distributed in cases containing 36 pouches each.

The recall is being conducted due to improper labeling that does not indicate the presence of milk. This labeling error poses a risk to consumers with milk allergies or sensitivities who may consume the product without being aware of the allergen.

The product was distributed domestically in Alabama, Arkansas, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Louisiana, Michigan, Missouri, Mississippi, Ohio, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, and West Virginia. Consumers who have purchased this specific lot should check their packaging for the lot number and best-by date. If the product matches the recalled description, consumers should stop using it and return it to the place of purchase for a refund or contact the recalling firm for further instructions.

The recalled product

Product
Simple Truth Organic Banana, Strawberry & Apple Fruit Puree with Nonfat Greek Yogurt, 113 g, packed in a laminate pouch, Each case has 6 cartons with 6 pouches per carton. Total of 36 pouches per case.
Affected units
106,632

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 (3)

  • L8159
  • best by 08/06/19
  • UPC 041260384943

Distribution

Distributed in 16 states: