IF Copack LLC doing business as Initiative Foods is recalling one lot of the “Tippy Toes” brand Apple Pear Banana Fruit puree because of elevated levels of patulin.
Patulin is a naturally occurring mycotoxin, which is produced by molds that may grow in various fruits, including apples. Long-term exposure resulting from ingestion of patulin can lead to various adverse health consequences, including a potential for immune suppression, nerve damage, headache, fever and nausea.
No illnesses or injuries have been reported to date in relation to the recalled baby food.
The product was distributed nationwide in retail grocery stores in all U.S. states other than Alaska. The product may have been distributed in the U.S. territories of Guam and Puerto Rico.
The UPC number on the product is 036800265783. The lot number is Lot # 07174. The “Best By” date is found on the bottom of each plastic tub. The recalled product will have a date stamped as “BB 07/17/2026.” The package is also marked with the package code INIA0120.
The recalled product was sampled under the Total Diet Study by the Food and Drug Administration, which found elevated patulin levels higher than is common for these products. Initiative Foods worked with FDA to identify the single lot to recall due to possible health concerns identified in this notice.
This recall is being conducted based on FDA’s recommendation.
