Great Value Fruit Cocktail Recall Affects Seven States

(KMDL-FM) A Class II recall, according to the Food and Drug Administration, suggests that using or being exposed to a recalled product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences. Even though the probability of serious health consequences is remote, that's the kind of recall notice you're facing if you've recently purchased fruit products at a Louisiana Walmart store.

In the case of this recall, the United States Food and Drug Administration has announced a recall of some 44,000 cans of Great Value Brand products over fears of lead contamination. The products believed to contain elevated levels of lead were distributed and sold in Louisiana.

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The products were also distributed to Walmart locations in Alabama, Arizona, New Mexico, Pennsylvania, Washington, and Wyoming. The recall was initially started by Pacific Coast Producers earlier in October. It has since progressed to its current state.

The recalled product that you are perusing your pantry for is specifically this:

Lot: 6FCB 04 C2263
UPC: 078742369570
Best-If Used By: SEP 01 2027

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This is the identifying information for the Great Value Fruit Cocktail in Fruit Juice from Concentrate. The cans are 15-ounce cans. No other lots of the Great Value Fruit Cocktail from Concentrate or any other Great Value products are impacted or included in this recall advisory.

Important Consumer Information About Walmart Fruit Cocktail Recall

It should be noted that many of the recalled products may have never been placed on store shelves because of the logistics surrounding the recall. However, you should not make assumptions because, according to the FDA, there is no safe level of lead to consume. It is toxic for all people, no matter your age or health status.

If you have questions regarding lead poisoning, contact your healthcare team immediately. For information about the recalled fruit cocktail, you may visit your customer service desk at your nearby Walmart store.

Or you might choose to shop at a smaller local store. We have some great choices in that regard as well.