Food Safety Alert: Baby food products recalled due to potential lead contamination

Sprout Organics baby food pouch products are involved in a national recall. The food is being recalled due to potential lead contamination. The products were distributed to Walgreens nationwide and may have been sold in Mesa County. To date, no illnesses have been reported in connection to these products and no other Sprouts Organics products are affected by this recall.

Description of recalled products

• Sprout Organics Sweet Potato Apple and Spinach 3.5 oz pouch
  • Best by date Oct292025, lot code 4212
  • Best by date Oct302025, lot code 4213
  • Best by date Dec042025, lot code 4282
  • Best by date Feb042026, lot code 4310
• Visit the U.S. Food and Drug website for a complete description of recalled products.

What consumers should do

• Consumers should check their pantries for the recalled products and throw them out or return them to the store for a refund.
• Contact a doctor if you have concerns after eating the recalled products.
• Consumers with questions may contact Sprouts Organics at 510-833-6089. 

Lead exposure description and risk 

• Lead exposure, even at low levels, can increase blood lead levels.
• Health effects are more likely with higher or long-term exposure.
• The impact depends on how much lead a person is exposed to, for how long, and their age and weight.
• Children are especially vulnerable because their bodies and brains are still developing.
• Prolonged exposure in children can lead to learning and developmental problems, as well as other long-term health issues.

MCPH role in food recalls

There are systems in place to make sure the food people buy and eat is safe. When Mesa County Public Health (MCPH) has been made aware of a product being recalled that could have been distributed in Mesa County, MCPH shares the information so it reaches as many community members as possible.