WEIS MARKETS, INC. — Class II: Weis (Fresh From the Orchard ) Pasteurized Apple Cider, Contains 100 % Juice, the product
Weis Markets, Inc. has initiated a Class II recall of its 'Fresh From the Orchard' Pasteurized Apple Cider (100% juice) due to elevated levels of patulin. The recall involves plastic jugs in pint, half-gallon, and gallon sizes.
This recall affects Weis Markets, Inc., its distribution partners, and quality assurance personnel responsible for fruit juice safety and compliance.
The classification as a Class II recall suggests that exposure to the high patulin levels may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences. For regulatory teams, this highlights the critical nature of monitoring mycotoxin levels during the pasteurization and bottling process of fruit juices to ensure compliance with safety thresholds.
Quality units should verify current batch records for apple-based products and review supplier verification programs specifically for mycotoxin testing. Affected retailers must ensure all jug sizes (pints, half-gallons, gallons) are removed from inventory and documentation is maintained for the ongoing recall.
Class II. Reason: Product has high patulin levels. Product: Weis (Fresh From the Orchard ) Pasteurized Apple Cider, Contains 100 % Juice, the product comes in the following sizes: Pints, 1/2 Gallon, Gallon, plastic jug. 6 1/2 - gallon jugs per crate.. Firm: WEIS MARKETS, INC. (Sunbury PA United States). Status: Ongoing.
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