Lead-Tainted Fruit Pouches Cause Lead Poisoning in 22 Children Across Multiple States

The FDA is investigating reports of 22 children in the U.S. falling ill from fruit pouches with high levels of lead, including one child in Ohio. WanaBana Apple Cinnamon Fruit Puree pouches have been identified as a potential source of exposure, leading to a recall by WanaBana USA. The affected products were sold at Dollar Tree and Amazon, and the concern is that some consumers may not realize they have the recalled product due to its long shelf-life. Young children are particularly susceptible to lead poisoning, and symptoms can vary. The FDA and state partners are collecting and analyzing additional samples to determine how the fruit pouches were contaminated with lead.