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Sprout Organics 6+ Months Baby Food Recalled for Lead Contamination in 9,873 Cases (2025)

Sprout Organics recalled 9,873 cases of 6+ Months Made With Organic Sweet Potato, Apple & Spinach baby food nationwide. A potential contamination with lead has been identified. Consumers who purchased the product should stop using it and contact Sprout Organics for refund or replacement through the recall notice.

Quick Facts at a Glance

Recall Date
September 16, 2025
Hazard Level
HIGH
Brand
Sprout Organics
Category
Food & Beverages
Sold At
Multiple Retailers
Geographic Scope
Nationwide (50 states)
At-Risk Groups
INFANTS

Hazard Information

Potential contamination with heavy metal (Lead).

What You Should Do

Consumers who have purchased this product should not consume it. Contact Sprout Organics Inc. for refund or replacement information. Notification method: Two or more of the following: Email, Fax, Letter, Press Release, Telephone, Visit

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About This Product

Sprout Organics 6+ Months is a stage 2 baby food product made with organic ingredients. It is sold in 3.5 oz portions and distributed nationwide in the United States and Puerto Rico.

Why This Is Dangerous

Lead is a toxic metal. Ingesting lead can cause poisoning, particularly dangerous for infants and young children. The recall targets products that could contain lead above safe levels.

Industry Context

This recall is not described as part of a broader industry pattern.

Real-World Impact

Parents must check their child’s food for lead contamination risk. The recall covers nearly 9,900 cases, creating potential financial impact for families and retailers.

Practical Guidance

How to identify if yours is affected

  1. Locate the product packaging and find the UPC 818512011762
  2. Check Lot numbers 4212, 4213, 4282
  3. Review Best By dates: Oct 29 2025, Oct 30 2025, Dec 04 2025, Feb 04 2026

Where to find product info

UPC and lot/best-by information are located on the product label. The recall notice provides the official guidance.

What timeline to expect

Refunds or replacements typically take 4-6 weeks after contacting Sprout Organics or the recall administrator.

If the manufacturer is unresponsive

  • Document all contacts with Sprout Organics
  • Escalate to a consumer protection agency if needed
  • File a complaint with the CPSC if you encounter delays or issues

How to prevent similar issues

  • Always check UPCs and lot numbers when buying baby foods
  • Prefer products with clear recall status and recent safety certifications
  • Stay informed by visiting the official recall page for updates

Documentation advice

Keep the product, take photos of the label, save the receipt if available, and retain all correspondence with the company.

Product Details

Brand: Sprout Organics. Product: 6+ Months Made With Organic Sweet Potato, Apple & Spinach, Net WT 3.5 oz (99 g). UPC: 818512011762. Dist. by Sprout Foods, Inc., Montvale, NJ 07645. Quantity: 9,873 cases. Distribution: U.S. states listed on recall; U.S. Territories: Puerto Rico.

Reported Incidents

No injuries or incidents have been reported.

Key Facts

  • 9,873 cases recalled
  • UPC 818512011762
  • Lot numbers: 4212, 4213, 4282
  • Best By dates: Oct 29 2025, Oct 30 2025, Dec 04 2025, Feb 04 2026
  • Distributed to 34 jurisdictions including Puerto Rico
  • Hazard: lead contamination
View Original Recall on FDA - Food Safety

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Safety Assessment

Risk LevelHIGH
Severity Score
8/ 10
Affected Groups
INFANTS
Injury Types
POISONING

Product Classification

Product TypePureed Baby Food
Sold At
Multiple Retailers

Product Details

Model Numbers
Lot: 4212
Lot: 4213
Lot: 4282
4310 Best By Date: Oct 29 2025
Oct 30 2025
+2 more
Affected States
Nationwide
Report Date
October 22, 2025
Source Agency
FDA - Food Safety
Recall Status
ACTIVE

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