Recall of WanaBana, Schnucks, and Weis Apple Cinnamon Applesauce Pouches

East Hartford, CT - WanaBana USA has recalled all apple cinnamon fruit purée pouches, including certain lot numbers of private label brands under the names of Schnucks and Weis, due to elevated lead levels. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), there have been at least 52 cases of lead poisoning related to consumption of WanaBana apple cinnamon fruit purée pouches so far.

All WanaBana apple cinnamon fruit purée pouches have been recalled, in addition to certain lot numbers from Schnucks (05023:19, 09023:22, 09023:24) and Weis (05023:28).

Consumers who purchased these products are advised to throw them away or return them to the retailer they purchased them from for a full refund. If your toddler or young child consumed any of these recalled lots, contact a health care provider for testing and care.

Lead poisoning in children can cause developmental delays, difficulty learning, behavioral issues and neurological damage. It is important to have your child tested annually between the ages of 9 and 35 months and when indicated due to risk of exposure. The only way to confirm lead exposure is through a blood test as children exposed to lead often do not show symptoms. Symptoms of lead toxicity from short term exposure may include headache, abdominal pain/Colic, vomiting, anemia.

Consumers with questions can contact WanaBana at support@wanabanafruits.com, or the Schnucks Customer Care team at 314-994-4400 or 1-800-264-4400, or the Weis Customer Service number at 866-999-9347.

For more information, visit the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recall announcement and the WanaBana recall announcement.