S. Martinelli & Co., a California-based company, has voluntarily recalled more than 170,000 bottles of apple juice across 28 states.
The recall was announced on March 18 after routine FDA testing found that some bottles might contain high levels of patulin, a toxic substance produced by mold that can grow on apples.
The recall affects over 7,200 cases, each with 24 bottles of 10-ounce apple juice in 4-packs. The contaminated batch was produced in December 2023 and carries a “best by” date of December 5, 2026. The product can be identified by the UPC number 0 41244 04102 2 under the barcode.
Patulin is a natural toxin that forms when apples are damaged or moldy. It is often used as an indicator of apple quality. Exposure to high levels of patulin can be harmful, as it is linked to health risks including immune and nerve damage. The FDA sets a safety limit of 50 micrograms per kilogram for patulin in apple products.
Martinelli emphasized that no health problems have been reported so far and that the company is committed to customer safety. They have worked with retailers to remove the affected products from shelves.
The recalled juice was sold in Alabama, Arizona, California, Florida, New York, Texas, and 22 other states.
Consumers who have purchased the recalled product are advised to stop using it and contact Martinelli for a refund or replacement
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