Canned fruit recall sparks nationwide warning to customers

Nationwide recall alert: Canned pear products may contain toxic heavy metals

Customers who have purchased the pears are told to not eat the food and either toss it in the trash or return them to the place of purchase for a full refund.

Fruit cans recalled over toxic metal contamination threat

CLEVELAND, Ohio – Pear slices have been recalled because of a threat of lead and cadmium, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.

Canned fruit recall sparks nationwide warning to customers

Elevated levels of lead and cadmium can cause significant health problems, particularly among infants and children.

Parashore Pear Slices in Juice Recalled For Lead and Cadmium

Parashore Pear Slices in Juice are being recalled for elevated levels of lead and cadmium. No illnesses have been reported to the company to date in connection with the consumption of this product. The recalling firm is W.W. Industrial Group Inc. of New York. While everyone is exposed to small amounts of these heavy metals, […] The post Parashore Pear Slices in Juice Recalled For Lead and Cadmium appeared first on Food Poisoning Bulletin.