Lead Contamination Sparks Massive Canned Fruit Recall—What to Know Throw these products away ASAP. Close Credit: Bartosz Luczak / Getty Images Key Points The FDA announced multiple nationwide recalls of canned fruit due to possible lead contamination, affecting about 62,340 cans distributed to Wegmans and Walmart locations in more than 25 states.The recalls are classified as Class II, meaning exposure could cause temporary or medically reversible health effects, with a low probability of serious consequences.Lead exposure poses health risks to all ages—especially young children, who may experience neurological effects—while adults could face kidney, blood pressure, or cognitive issues. If you have canned fruit in your refrigerator or pantry, check the label. According to the United States Food and Drug Administration, there are multiple ongoing recalls involving canned fruit due to possible lead exposure. The recalled products were distributed to Wegman's and Walmart locations in the following states: Alabama, Arkansas, Arizona, California, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Missouri, Mississippi, Nebraska, New Mexico, Nevada, New York, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Washington, Wisconsin, and Wyoming. Per the FDA, approximately 62,340 cans of fruit are impacted by the recall. The products can be identified by the following best-by dates, UPC numbers, and lot codes. Product Lot Code UPC Best-By Date Wegmans Pears Sliced in Organic Pear Juice from Concentrate 6OPSJ 04 C2893 077890365410 SEP 01 2027 Wegmans Halved Pears in Pear Juice From Concentrate 6PJ 09 C2295 077890747490 SEP 01 2027 Wegmans Fruit Cocktail in 100% Juice With Added Ingredients 6FCB 02 C2206 077890461525 SEP 01 2027 Great Value Pears Halves in Pear Juice from Concentrate 6PJ 09 C2425 077890365410 SEP 01 2027 The canned fruit products were recalled because they may contain high levels of lead. The recalls are classified by the FDA as class II, which is a "situation in which use of or exposure to a violative product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences or where the probability of serious adverse health consequences is remote." Per the FDA, lead is toxic to humans and can affect people of all ages and health statuses. The potential for adverse health effects from consuming lead varies depending on the level of lead in the food, age of the individual, and the length, amount, and frequency of exposure. Don't Miss Popular Sodas Pulled From Shelves Over Metal Contamination—Check Your Fridge Vanilla Ice Cream Recalled in Multiple States—What to Know Very young individuals are particularly vulnerable to lead exposure, which can lead to neurological effects, such as learning disabilities, behavior difficulties, and lowered IQ. For adults, chronic lead exposure can cause kidney dysfunction, hypertension, and neurocognitive effects. If you have the recalled canned fruit in your possession, throw it away immediately. Individuals with questions or concerns related to this recall may contact the FDA at 1-888-INFO-FDA (1-888-463-6332). Explore more: News Recall News Related Articles FDA Issues Urgent Recall for Canned Beef Stew Contaminated With Wood Fragments Major Peach Recall Issued Nationwide Due to Listeria—What to Know Before You Eat Them Urgent Recall Issued Nationwide for Ice Cream Bars Containing Hidden Ingredients Check Your Fridge: Smoked Fish Recalled Nationwide Over Listeria Contamination Broccoli Sold Nationwide Recalled Due to Possible Listeria Contamination—Here's What to Know 10 Million Pounds of Meat and Poultry Sold At Trader Joe's Walmart, Aldi, and More Recalled Due to Listeria Risk Carrots Recalled Across 9 States Due to E. Coli Outbreak Kids Cough Medicine Recalled Due to Bacterial Infection Risk Oysters and Clams Linked to Norovirus Outbreak Recalled Nationwide, FDA Warns Check Your Pantry: Over 30 Pretzel Products Recalled Nationwide Due to Salmonella Risk Active Recalls on Liquid Eggs, Chocolate, and More to Know About Right Now Mushrooms Sold Nationwide Have Been Recalled Due to Possible Listeria Contamination, According to the FDA Check Your Fridge: More than 16,000 Pounds of Ground Beef Have Been Recalled Nationwide Urgent Recall: Cantaloupe Pulled From Stores Due to Listeria Contamination Plant-Based Meat Sold Nationwide Recalled Due to Possible Metal Contamination FDA Expands Carrot Recall Linked to E. Coli: 39 Illnesses, 15 Hospitalizations Reported Newsletter Sign Up