The Recall Desk
HighFDA (Food)·F-1807-2024·Announced 2024-09-18

American Outdoor Products Astronaut Strawberries Recalled for Elevated Lead Levels

American Outdoor Products' Astronaut Strawberries are being recalled due to elevated lead levels. The recall affects approximately 14,235 units distributed nationwide.

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: FDA Class II recall with confirmed lead contamination. Lead is a known toxic heavy metal that poses serious health risks, particularly to children. The score reflects the inherent risk of the hazard despite no reported illnesses to date.

Plain-English summary

American Outdoor Products is recalling Astronaut Strawberries packaged in 0.5 oz (14g) metallic plastic pouches due to elevated lead levels. The affected product is sold individually or in multi-pack cases (6, 12, 40, or 160 count), and is also included in the Outerspace Survival Dessert Kit. The affected items have UPC 048143300106.

Lead is a toxic heavy metal that poses serious health risks, especially to children, where it can damage the nervous system and impair cognitive development. The recall was initiated due to elevated lead contamination in the product.

Approximately 14,235 units have been distributed nationwide across the following states: Alabama, California, Colorado, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Nevada, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Texas, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, Wisconsin, and Washington DC. Affected lot numbers are 125130, 125133, 20240509-6, 20240509-7, 20240514-6, 20240524-2, 20240607-2, 20240711-2, 20240719-2, 20240723-2, 20240807-2, 20240808-2, and 20240816-2.

Consumers who have purchased this product should stop consumption immediately and contact American Outdoor Products, Inc. for instructions. Do not consume the product.

The recalled product

Product
American Outdoor Products - Astronaut Strawberries, packaged in 0.5oz (14g) metallic plastic pouches. Sold individually or in 6, 12, 40, or 160 count cases. One unit is also included in the Outerspace Survival Dessert Kit. Shelf stable.
Manufacturer
American Outdoor Products, Inc.
Category
Food — Snacks
Hazard
  • lead-contamination

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 (20)

  • UPC: 048143300106 Lot numbers: 125130
  • 125133
  • 20240509-6
  • 20240509-7
  • 20240514-6
  • 20240524-2
  • 20240607-2
  • 20240711-2
  • 20240719-2
  • 20240723-2
  • 20240807-2
  • 20240808-2
  • and 20240816-2 Still on site Best By Dates: 12APR27
  • 09MAY276
  • 09MAY277
  • 14MAY276
  • 24MAY272
  • 07JUN272
  • 11JUL272
  • 19JUL272

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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