Key Takeaways
- Martinelli apple juice is being recalled.
- The 10-ounce bottles of apple juice were sold in 4-packs in 28 states.
- The recall is due to a potential contamination of the mycotoxin patulin.
A recall on a popular brand of apple juice sold in 28 states was just announced, according to the Food and Drug Administration. This is due to a potential contamination with patulin, a mycotoxin that can cause internal organ damage when consumed in excess. Approximately 173,616 bottles are affected by this recall.
The product impacted is Martinelli Apple Juice sold in its signature clear, round glass bottles with a white metal screw top lid. The recalled 10-ounce apple juice bottles were sold in 4-packs, contain a UPC of “0 41244 04102 2” and have a best-by date of December 5, 2026. They were sold at retail locations in the following states: Alabama, Arkansas, Arizona, California, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Iowa, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Michigan, Missouri, Mississippi, North Carolina, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Texas, Utah, Virginia and Wisconsin.
This recall was just classified as a Class II recall, meaning that drinking this apple juice can “cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences,” per the FDA. Patulin is a toxic substance produced by molds that can grow on apples, so it is sometimes found in apple juice products, leading to contamination. If you are experiencing any signs of illness after consuming the recalled apple juice, talk to your health care provider immediately.
For questions about this recall, contact the FDA by calling 1-888-INFO-FDA (1-888-463-6332).
