Target Recalls Baby Food For Possible Lead Contamination Risks

Fruselva USA has recalled thousands of units of Good & Gather baby food sold at Target, raising parental concerns over lead contamination.

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25,600 units of a specific Good & Gather baby food purée are recalled due to lead.
The recall targets two lot numbers with best-by dates in December 2025.
The FDA classified the recall as Class II, indicating potential reversible health risks.
Consumers should discard affected products and check lot numbers and dates.

Fruselva USA’s Recall Details

Fruselva USA has issued a recall of 25,600 units of its Good & Gather Baby Pea, Zucchini, Kale & Thyme Vegetable Purée, sold at Target stores nationwide. This action was initiated due to higher-than-acceptable levels of lead found in the product. Affected products are in 4-ounce tubs marked with lot numbers 4169 and 4167 and have best-by dates of Dec. 7 and Dec. 9, 2025.

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has classified this recall as Class II. This classification means that exposure to the affected products could cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health effects, with remote chances of serious consequences.

Impact on Vulnerable Populations

Babies and young children are particularly vulnerable to lead exposure, given their smaller size and developing organ systems. The potential health consequences include developmental delays and other medical complications. Consumers are strongly advised not to use any of the impacted products and to check their purchases thoroughly to ensure they do not possess the affected lot numbers.

“We know that there is no safe level of lead exposure for babies and small children, who are particularly vulnerable to negative health consequences due to their smaller size and developing organ systems,” said Sana Mujahid, PhD, CR’s manager of food safety research and testing.

Efforts are ongoing to address lead exposure risks in children’s foods. The Baby Food Safety Act in California mandates monthly testing for heavy metals in baby food, effective January 2025, with results shared publicly.

Consumer Advisory and Support

Target has proactively removed the affected products from its shelves and is offering refunds through its Guest Relations centers or in-store, helping provide peace of mind to concerned parents. Links to FDA resources and contact information for Target’s customer service are available for full guidance and reassurance about the recall.

A statement from the company said, “At Target, we’re committed to providing safe, high-quality products for our guests. We require our suppliers to comply with all applicable food safety standards and federal, state, and local regulations. This recall involved a limited amount of product, which we took immediate action to remove from our shelves.”

No reports of illness or injury have been associated with the recalled baby food. Parents seeking more information are encouraged to visit the FDA’s website or contact Target directly.