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Yahoo
29-04-2025
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Martinelli's recalls over 170,000 bottles of apple juice due to potentially toxic substances
Martinelli's, the brand name of S. Martinelli & Co., has voluntarily recalled more than 170,000 bottles of apple juice due to potential contamination with toxic substances. The recall was issued in 28 states on March 18 for 7,234 cases of the product, according to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). 'In 2024, the Food & Drug Administration (FDA) routine testing indicated that one lot of 10-ounce Martinelli's Apple Juice glass bottles (in 4-packs only) produced in December 2023 may contain elevated levels of Patulin, a naturally occurring substance produced by molds that can grow in apples,' Martinelli's said in a statement obtained by NBC News. The FDA classified the recall as a Class II, which is described as '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.' The recalled apple juice was distributed in almost 30 states. It has a 'best by' date of Dec. 5, 2026 and UPC number 0 41244 04102 2. Martinelli's said it has worked with retailers that received the recalled product. The retailers 'have removed anything that still remained in inventory. No other production dates or Martinelli's products are affected by this recall.' 'At S. Martinelli & Company, we hold ourselves to the highest standards of excellence, and the health and safety of our customers remains our greatest priority,' the statement concluded.
Time of India
29-04-2025
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- Time of India
Martinelli's recalls over 170,000 apple juice bottles due to potential toxin contamination — here's what you need to know
Source: Martinelli S. Martinelli & Co., Watsonville, Calif., apple juice packer, voluntarily recalled more than 170,000 cases of its 10-ounce apple juice because of possible contamination. A spontaneous FDA audit discovered the issue, in the course of which it detected more than expected quantities of naturally occurring toxin patulin. The recall began March 18, 2024, and involves thousands of cases that were distributed to 28 states in the United States. Patulin toxin detected in Martinelli's December 2023 apple juice bottles The juice upon which the toxin is being found, so to speak, is now officially known as December 2023, only a 4-pack of 10-ounce glass bottles. The toxin itself is patulin, a mycotoxin present in mould—that is, specific varieties of mould which will grow on apples. In fact, it will occur naturally in fruit foods, that is in the instance of rotten and bruised apples being utilised for such a function, but above-average instances at that, that is to which it is a complaint. Patulin is also tracked for a time in apple juice and apple juice concentrate as an indicator of fruit quality. When tolerance levels are breached, prevalence does not only indicate adulteration but also indicates health risks to exposed groups, especially risk groups like children and immunocompromised individuals. What is Patulin toxin Patulin is a mycotoxin that is generated by mold species like Penicillium and Aspergillus, which are naturally present in rotting apples and other fruits. Patulin toxin causes acute health effects such as nausea, vomiting, and stomach pain immediately after consumption, and chronic exposure leads to liver, kidney, and immune system damage. Martinelli's takes swift action to address potential patulin contamination While not as well known to the general public as some of the other food toxins, patulin is highly seriously injurious to human health when ingested in quantities. Scientific research has identified exposure to high concentrations of patulin with vomiting, nausea, and gastrointestinal disturbance. Cumulative chronic exposure has in the isolated case of one individual caused impairment to kidney, liver, or immune function. FDA and the World Health Organization impose severe tolerances on patulin in food and soft drinks to cause at least some such risk to materialize. No illness has yet materialized on recalled juice, a company spokesman says. The company did, however, respond reasonably and promptly to remove contaminated products from store shelves by action of federal agents. Martinelli's has publicly reiterated its dedication to safety and quality. In a statement, the company emphasized that it holds itself to the highest production standards and considers consumer well-being its top priority. Working in close coordination with its retail partners, the company has successfully removed affected items from store shelves and distribution facilities. This recall is viewed as a precautionary measure, meant to prevent any potential risk to consumers. Martinelli's also reassured customers that their production processes are being reviewed to prevent such incidents in the future. Martinelli's recall impacts consumers across 28 U.S. states The apple juice that was recalled was sold in a broad area of the U.S., with consumers from 28 states being impacted. Some of the most prominent markets affected include California, Texas, New York, Florida, and Illinois, as well as several others in the East and West Coasts, the Midwest, and the South. Since the network of distribution was so wide, it has recommended all customers who have potentially bought the juice to check if they have the affected product. How to identify the recalled Martinelli's apple juice product The recalled product can be identified by its packaging and product code. It involves only the 10-ounce glass bottles of Martinelli's Apple Juice that are sold in 4-packs. Consumers should check for a UPC code of 0 41244 04102 2 printed below the barcode. Additionally, the affected lot has a "Best By" date of December 5, 2026. Customers are strongly advised to discontinue use if any of these marks are discovered on bottles in possession. Martinelli's recommends that anyone who has purchased the recalled juice should not consume it, even if the product appears normal in color, texture, or smell. The company encourages customers to return the product to the place of purchase for a full refund or reach out to their customer service for further instructions. For those who already took the juice and already experienced unusual symptoms, it is highly recommended that one must consult a medical doctor as an extra measure. Even though the company may believe no complaint of any disease has ever been made, better safe than sorry, particularly for sensitive tummy. How to check if your Martinelli's apple juice is part of the recall This notice places us on notice as to food safety for brand name products. Patulin contamination is undetectable by taste, odor, or sight and is controlled through monitoring and expedited recalls. As vigilant as consumers' radar to know, get on FDA recall notices or glance at package labels when there is actually a recall in progress. Also Read | This secret pencil store in Baghdad holds 1 million beautiful designs waiting to be explored | Watch
Yahoo
28-04-2025
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Over 170,000 Bottles of Apple Juice Recalled for Potential Toxin Produced by Mold
Martinelli's has voluntarily recalled approximately 170,000 of their apple juice bottles due to potential contamination with toxic substances. The recall was issued in 28 states on March 18 for 7,234 cases, which totals more than 170,000 bottles, due to a mycotoxin called patulin possibly affecting the products, according to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). The PEOPLE Puzzler crossword is here! How quickly can you solve it? Play now! According to the FDA, the notice was announced as a Class II recall, which happens when there is 'exposure to a violative product [that] may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences or where the probability of serious adverse health consequences is remote.' 'In 2024, the Food & Drug Administration (FDA) routine testing indicated that one lot of 10-ounce Martinelli's Apple Juice glass bottles (in 4-packs only) produced in December 2023 may contain elevated levels of Patulin, a naturally-occurring substance produced by molds that can grow in apples,' Martinelli's said in a statement to PEOPLE. Martinelli's stated that their voluntary recall was issued 'in full cooperation with the FDA' for a 'small amount of product potentially impacted by this issue.' Related: Martinelli's Apple Juice Recalled Over 'Elevated' Arsenic Levels in More Than 30 States The company continued, 'Martinelli's has worked with those retailers that received the product and the retailers have removed anything that still remained in inventory. No other production dates or Martinelli's products are affected by this recall.' As of Monday, April 28, there have not been any reported health issues related to the recall. 'At S. Martinelli & Company, we hold ourselves to the highest standards of excellence, and the health and safety of our customers remains our greatest priority,' the statement concluded. The affected products were distributed to retailers throughout America in the following 28 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. Never miss a story — sign up for to stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer, from celebrity news to compelling human interest stories. The FDA adds that in the past, patulin has been found to occur at high levels in some apple juice products offered for sale in or import into the U.S. Patulin ingestion can cause nausea, gastrointestinal disturbances and vomiting, NBC News Washington reported. Read the original article on People
Yahoo
28-04-2025
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Martinelli's recalls apple juice bottles over risk of toxic fungi
Martinelli's is recalling more than 170,000 apple juice bottles over possible contamination from patulin, a toxic substance produced by fungi. The recall covers the company's well-known round, glass bottles that were distributed in 28 states, including New York, New Jersey, Connecticut and Pennsylvania. 'In 2024, the Food & Drug Administration (FDA) routine testing indicated that one lot of 10-ounce Martinelli's Apple Juice glass bottles (in 4-packs only) produced in December 2023 may contain elevated levels of Patulin, a naturally occurring substance produced by molds that can grow in apples,' the statement read. The affected bottles have a 'best by' date of December 5, 2026, according to the FDA 'At S. Martinelli & Company, we hold ourselves to the highest standards of excellence, and the health and safety of our customers remains our greatest priority,' the company said. Patulin is a type of toxic substance that comes from fungi and molds that grow on fruit, grains and cheese. The most-common type of patulin is in apple juice or cider, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. 'The risk of patulin contamination increases when companies use moldy apples to make apple juice,' the CDC said. 'Pasteurization won't get rid of patulin. Drinking the contaminated apple juice can cause nausea, vomiting, and possibly damage the DNA in some body cells.' The FDA said the risk of serious health consequences 'is remote.' No health issues related to the recall have been reported, the company said.
Yahoo
28-04-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
Martinelli's recalls 170,000 juice bottles over toxic fungi risk
Martinelli's is recalling more than 170,000 apple juice bottles because their contents may be contaminated by patulin, a toxic substance produced by some fungi. The recall covers round glass 10-ounce bottles with white metal screw-top lids that were distributed in 28 states, from Alabama to Wisconsin, according to the FDA recall notice. S. Martinelli & Co., the Watsonville, California, beverage company that makes the drink, didn't immediately respond to a request for comment. The recall is listed as Class II, which under FDA guidelines signals that a product may "cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences or where the probability of serious adverse health consequences is remote." Patulin is a mycotoxin that's produced by a number of fungal species and is usually associated with foods infected by those fungi, including apples, according to the peer-reviewed journal Toxicon. Its side effects can include nausea, vomiting and diarrhea, the journal Frontiers in Science notes. Below are the states where the Martinelli's juice bottles were distributed: AlabamaArkansasArizonaCaliforniaConnecticutDelawareFloridaGeorgiaIowa IllinoisIndianaKansasKentuckyLouisianaMichiganMissouriMississppiNorth CarolinaNew HampshireNew JerseyNew YorkOhioPennsylvaniaSouth CarolinaTexasUtahVirginiaWisconsin The bottles have a "best by" date of December 5, 2026, and a UPC code of: 0 41244 04102 2. The life of teen idol Bobby Darin Bill Belichick on a life in football Pope Francis laid to rest
