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Lead Contamination in Applesauce: Intentional Act Suspected, FDA Investigates

Federal health officials are investigating whether cinnamon applesauce pouches linked to high blood lead levels among children in 22 states, including Illinois, were intentionally contaminated. The Food and Drug Administration is focusing its investigation on an Austrofood plant in Ecuador, where the now-recalled applesauce brands were made. The FDA suspects an intentional act in the supply chain and is working to identify the source. Lead poisoning is extremely dangerous, especially for young children, and can cause long-term damage to the brain and nervous system.

via Patch|

#applesauce-recall #childrens-health #fda-investigation

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FDA Investigates Contaminated Applesauce Pouches and Urges Lead Testing for Families

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has recalled three brands of applesauce pouches linked to cases of acute lead poisoning in children, suspecting intentional contamination. The FDA is investigating the source of the contamination, which is believed to be the cinnamon used in the pouches. The agency is working with Ecuadorian authorities to trace the origin of the cinnamon and has identified Negasmart as the supplier that exceeded allowed levels of lead. The FDA intends to hold the responsible party accountable and is conducting inspections of the manufacturing facility in Ecuador.

via POLITICO|

#contaminated-applesauce #fda #food-safety