Check your pantries, shoppers because there’s another recall alert. This time, it’s Martinelli’s 10-oz apple juice. According to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), 7,234 cases have been recalled due to possible mold contamination.
The issue? The juice was found to contain patulin, which the FDA describes as “a toxic substance produced by molds that may grow on apples.” While low levels of patulin might not cause harm, high levels can lead to symptoms like nausea, vomiting, and disturbances to the immune system. In more serious cases, long-term exposure may pose additional health risks.
S. Martinelli & Company, the parent company behind the product, voluntarily issued the recall on March 18. The FDA later updated the notice to a Class II recall on April 22. (A Class II recall refers to products that may cause temporary or medically reversible health effects, with a low risk of serious consequences.)
The recalled bottles, which are sold in four-packs, have a best-by date of December 5, 2026 and the UPC 0 41244 04102 2. They were distributed in 28 states, including Alabama, Arkansas, Arizona, California, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Iowa, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Michigan, Missouri, and Mississippi, North Carolina, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Texas, Utah, Virginia, and Wisconsin.
So far, there have been no reported illnesses or injuries from the consumption of the apple juice. However, that doesn’t mean it’s safe to drink. If you recently bought Martinelli’s apple juice, double-check the label for that UPC and best-by date. And if it matches? Toss it. I know it might feel wasteful to throw it out, but exposure to patulin can come with serious health risks, and it’s definitely not worth the sip. Trust me.
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