Walmart Recalls Apple Juice Due to Arsenic Levels

Walmart is in the process of recalling nearly 10,000 cases of apple juice nationwide due to what could be dangerous levels of inorganic arsenic. The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) upped the classification of the recall, which was originally announced on August 15, to make it more urgent. The FDA communicated that the contaminated juice may cause temporary adverse health effects but is unlikely to lead to serious or irreversible conditions.

The recall targets 9,535 cases of Great Value brand apple juice sold in 25 states, Puerto Rico, and the District of Columbia. Florida-based manufacturer Refresco Beverages US Inc. detected the elevated contaminant levels in six-packs of 8-ounce juice bottles, leading to the voluntary recall. Representatives from Refresco and Walmart have yet to respond to requests for comments.

While routine testing by the NIH shows small amounts of arsenic in many foods, the levels found in these juice bottles exceeded acceptable standards. Inorganic arsenic is notably more harmful and poses greater health risks than its organic counterpart. Despite the recall, the FDA reassured consumers that the levels in these juice bottles are not expected to cause severe health issues. (This story was generated by Newser's AI chatbot. Source: the AP)