Publix recalls GreenWise baby food over lead contamination risk

Publix GreenWise baby food recall overview:

• Who: Publix Super Markets Inc. is recalling GreenWise Pear, Kiwi, Spinach & Pea Baby Food from all its 1,404 stores.
• Why: The recall is due to potential elevated levels of lead in the baby food.
• Where: The recall is effective across Publix’s operating areas in Florida, Georgia, Alabama, Tennessee, South Carolina, North Carolina, Virginia and Kentucky.

Publix has initiated a recall of its GreenWise baby food products over concerns of elevated lead levels. 

The recall affects 4-ounce pouches of GreenWise Pear, Kiwi, Spinach & Pea Baby Food, which have a best-by date of November 1, 2025. The recall spans across eight states where Publix operates, including Florida and Georgia.

The recall was announced on Friday after routine sampling procedures identified the potential contamination. 

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is aware of the recall and may conduct further investigations into the source of the lead contamination at the manufacturing facility, which is operated by Bowman Andros LLC. 

Affected products removed from shelves, recall notice states

Publix has removed the affected products from its shelves and is offering full refunds to customers who return the recalled baby food. 

“As part of our commitment to food safety, potentially impacted products have been removed from all store shelves,” the recall notice states.

The company has also set up a customer care hotline at 1-800-242-1227 for any additional inquiries. 

Publix emphasizes its commitment to food safety and is cooperating with the FDA to ensure the safety of its products.

Publix says it has not received any reports of illness related to the recall so far. The company is not currently facing legal action over the recall, but Top Class Actions follows recalls closely as they sometimes lead to class action lawsuits.

Last month, Target recalled more than 25,000 units of its Good & Gather Baby Pea, Zucchini, Kale & Thyme Vegetable Puree due to elevated lead levels, with the FDA classifying it as a Class II recall, indicating potential for temporary or medically reversible health effects.

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