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, that is not a significant health concern. But exposure to larger amount of lead and cadmium can cause poisoning. Symptoms of heavy metal poisoning can include abdominal pain, vomiting, lethargy, irritability, weakness, behavior or mood changes, delirium, seizures, and coma. However, infants, young children, and the developing fetus can be affected by chronic exposure to amounts of heavy metals that may not result in obvious symptoms of lead poisoning. A child … [Read more...]
BASDEHEN Kitchen Faucets Recalled For Lead
BASDEHEN Kitchen Faucets are being recalled for lead that can leach into water at levels that can harm infants and young children. The faucets also leached other contaminants. Lead ingestion can cause harmful neurological effects including behavioral problems, decreased cognitive performance, and lower IQ. No illnesses have been reported to the company to date. The recalling firm is Ruianshichenfengwujinzhizaoyouxiangongsi, of China, doing business as Amazon seller Chenfeng Store. The faucets were manufactured in China. The recalled product is BASDEHEN kitchen faucets with model number CFDTTH-000-YGH.. The faucets are matte black single-handle kitchen faucets with 360 degree swivel, spring sprout design, detachable spray, optional mounting plate, and single hole installation. … [Read more...]
KICIMPRO Kitchen Faucets Recalled For Lead Content
KICIMPRO Kitchen Faucets are being recalled for lead content. The recall notice states, "The recalled faucets were tested and found to contain lead that can leach into water at levels that can be particularly harmful to infants and young children." No illnesses have been reported to the company to date. The recalling firm is Kaipingshikemuyulinweiyushiyeyouxiangongsi, of China, doing business as Amazon seller Kicimpro. The faucets were manufactured in China. This recall involves KICIMPRO kitchen faucets with model number KM800-01-06BN. The faucets are brushed nickel, single-handle kitchen faucets with a pull-down detachable spray and single-hole installation. Consumers can identify whether they have a recalled faucet by searching their Amazon purchase history for “Kicimpro” and … [Read more...]
VFAUOSIT Kitchen Faucets Recalled For Lead Exposure
VFAUOSIT Kitchen Faucets are being recalled for dangerous lead exposure, according to the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). The faucets were tested and contain lead that can leach into the water at levels that can be "particularly harmful" to infants and young children. The faucets also leached other contaminants. The manufacturer is Jiang men cai nuo wei yu you xian gong si, of China, doing business as Amazon seller Whisper08. The faucets were manufactured in China. There is no safe level of lead consumption. Short term exposure to very low levels of lead may not cause any symptoms. Increased blood lead levels may be the only sign of lead exposure. Consuming arsenic can cause cancer, heart disease, lung disease, IQ loss, diabetes, and neurological problems. And its effect … [Read more...]
Greenwise Pear, Kiwi, Spinach & Pea Baby Food Recalled
Greenwise Pear, Kiwi, Spinach & Pea Baby Food is being recalled by Publix stores because the product may be contaminated with elevated lead levels. No illnesses have been reported to the company to date in connection with the consumption of this product. The recalling firm is Publix Super Markets of Lakeland, Florida. There is no safe level of lead exposure. Short term exposure to very low levels of lead may not cause any symptoms. Increased blood lead levels may be the only sign of this exposure. More symptoms of lead exposure are more likely with acute exposure to higher levels of this heavy metal. The effects depend upon the amount and duration of exposure and age and body weight of the patient. If a fetus or a child is exposed to enough lead for a long period of time, … [Read more...]
Zaarah Herbals Powders Recalled For Lead and Arsenic
Zaarah Herbals powders are being recalled because they contain elevated levels of lead and arsenic. Not all of the products contain both heavy metals. Because this recall notice was posted on the FDA's Enforcement Reports page, and not the regular recall page, there is no information about whether or not any illnesses have occurred in relation to this issue. The recalling firm is New York Wholesale Group of Hicksville, New York. There is no safe level of lead exposure. Short term exposure to very low levels of lead may not cause any symptoms. Increased blood lead levels may be the only sign of lead exposure. Consuming arsenic can cause cancer, heart disease, lung disease, IQ loss, diabetes, and neurological problems. And its effect is much more serious in infants and young children … [Read more...]
Good & Gather Pea Zucchini Kale Baby Food Recalled For Lead
Good & Gather Pea Zucchini Kale Baby Food is being recalled for elevated lead levels. Because this recall notice was posted on the FDA's Enforcement Reports page, and not the regular recall page, there is no mention about whether or not any illnesses have been reported to the company to date in connection with the consumption of this product. This baby food was sold at Target stores nationwide. The recalling firm is FRUSELVA USA of Miami, Florida. There is no safe level of lead exposure. Short term exposure to very low levels of lead may not cause any symptoms. Increased blood lead levels may be the only sign of lead exposure. Additional symptoms of lead exposure are more likely with acute exposure to higher levels of this heavy metal. The effects depend upon the amount and … [Read more...]
Madras Curry Powder Recalled For Elevated Lead Levels
Madras Curry Powder is being recalled for elevated lead levels. Because this recall notice was posted on the FDA's Enforcement Reports page and not the regular recall page, there is no mention about whether or not any illnesses have been reported to the company to date in connection with the consumption of this product. The recalling firm is Trong Food International of Santa Ana, California. The curry powder was distributed to customers in Maryland and Washington D.C. The recalled product is Madras Curry Powder that is sold in three different package sizes. The recall has been expanded to include all lots. The sizes are four ounce or 114 gram glass jars with UPC number 39606001562. a 4 ounce or 114 gram plastic pouches with UPC number 36906001544, and a 16 ounce plastic bottles … [Read more...]
Consumer Reports Tests Baby Formula For Lead and Arsenic
Consumer Reports has tested baby formula for the heavy metals lead and arsenic and found some with concerning levels. The tested 41 types of powdered formula, looking at established formulas like Enamel and Similac, popular store brands, imported brands, and newer foods like Bobbie. About half of the samples had potentially harmful of at least one contaminant. But the other half had low or no levels of potentially problematic contamination, so parents have good options to choose from. The FDA announced a new initiative to strengthen its oversight of the formula industry one day after Consumer Reports shared the results with that agency. Brian Ronholm, head of food policy for CR said in a statement, "It’s very encouraging to see the FDA issue this announcement immediately after … [Read more...]
Nazzaro Bowling Pin Sipper Cups Recalled For Lead Levels
Nazzaro Bowling Pin Sipper Cups are being recalled because the product contains level of lead that exceed the federal lead content ban. No illnesses or incidents have been reported to the company to date in connection with this issue. The importer is Nazzaro Enterprises Texas Inc., of Hurst, Texas. This product was manufactured in China. There is no safe level of lead exposure. Short term exposure to very low levels of lead may not cause any symptoms. Increased blood lead levels may be the only sign of lead exposure. Additional symptoms of lead exposure are more likely with acute exposure to higher levels of this heavy metal. The effects depend upon the amount and duration of exposure and age and body weight. If a fetus or a child is exposed to enough lead for a long period of … [Read more...]
