Harris Teeter Organic Apple Juice Recalled for Patulin Contamination
Clement Pappas & Co. is recalling Harris Teeter Organics Apple Juice because it contains patulin levels between 57.4 and 100 ppb.
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: The recall is classified as FDA Class II, which typically indicates a remote probability of serious adverse health consequences. The hazard involves patulin contamination, and the source text does not report any illnesses or injuries, fitting the criteria for a moderate severity score.
Plain-English summary
Clement Pappas & Co., Inc. is recalling Harris Teeter Organics Apple Juice, 64 FL OZ (2 QT) 1.89 L, distributed by Harris Teeters in Mathews, NC. The recall is due to the presence of patulin, a mycotoxin, in the Organic Apple Juice Concentrate ingredient.
The source text states that patulin levels were found to be between 57.4 and 100 ppb. The affected product is identified by UPC 072036764324. Specific lot numbers and expiration dates associated with the recall include 3690230152 (1/15/2014), 3690230292 (1/29/2014), 3690230432 (2/12/2014), 3690230582 (2/27/2014), and 3690230842 (3/25/2014).
The distribution pattern is listed as nationwide. Consumers should check their inventory for the specific UPC and lot numbers listed above. The source text does not provide specific instructions for disposal or refund, nor does it report any illnesses or injuries associated with this recall.
The recalled product
- Product
- Harris Teeter Organics Apple Juice 64 FL OZ (2 QT) 1.89 L UPC 072036764324 Proudly distributed by Harris Teeters Mathews, NC 28105
- Manufacturer
- Clement Pappas & Co., Inc.
- Category
- Food — Juice
- Hazard
Distribution
Distributed nationwide across the United States.
Part of a larger recall action
This product is one of 18 recalled by Clement Pappas & Co., Inc. 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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