LIMA, OH (WLIO) - Walmart has recalled nearly 10,000 cases of their Great Value apple juice sold in stores locally and across the U.S.
The Great Value brand apple juice was found to contain potentially harmful levels of inorganic arsenic. The recall applies to all local Walmart locations and locations around Ohio and 25 other states. The Florida-based manufacturer Refresco Beverages U.S. voluntarily recalled the contaminated six-packs of 8-ounce juice bottles after discovering levels of the chemical contaminant that exceeded industry standards.
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration gave the recall a more urgent classification on Friday, which says the affected product may temporarily cause adverse health consequences but is unlikely to cause serious or irreversible medical issues.
The FDA hasn't shared reports of possible illnesses associated with the apple juice recall.
