FDA food recall · September 2026
Is Wholesome Pantry Organic Unsweetened Apple Sauce recalled?
Yes — one best-by date. Wakefern Food Corp. voluntarily recalled Wholesome Pantry Organic Unsweetened Apple Sauce 23 oz jars (UPC 04119005677, best-by June 16, 2027) after routine FDA testing found elevated levels of patulin, a toxin made by mold on damaged apples. Sold at ShopRite, Price Rite Marketplace, The Fresh Grocer, Gourmet Garage, and Fairway Market. No illnesses reported; return the jar for a refund.
Recall details at a glance
- Product: Wholesome Pantry Organic Unsweetened Apple Sauce, 23 oz plastic jar
- UPC: 04119005677
- Best-by: June 16, 2027
- Recalling firm: Wakefern Food Corp.
- Hazard: Elevated patulin (mycotoxin from mold on damaged apples), above food safety limits
- How it was found: Routine FDA monitoring
- Retailers: ShopRite, Price Rite Marketplace, The Fresh Grocer, Gourmet Garage, Fairway Market
- Illnesses: None reported at the time of the recall
- Dates: announced by Wakefern September 14, 2026; published by FDA September 22, 2026
- Remedy: Return to the store for an immediate refund or replacement; questions to 1-800-ShopRite (1-800-746-7748)
What is patulin, and why does it matter?
Patulin is a naturally occurring mycotoxin produced by molds that grow on damaged or bruised apples, and it can be present in products made from affected fruit. This recall came from routine FDA testing, so check the UPC and best-by date rather than how the apple sauce looks. According to Wakefern’s announcement, food safety standards limit patulin because of potential health concerns associated with elevated exposure over time, and this jar exceeded those limits, so it should not be eaten. The announcement does not describe any symptoms, and no illnesses had been reported.
How to check your jar
Match the UPC and the best-by date together. Other Wholesome Pantry apple sauce sizes or dates are not automatically included. You can search this UPC or use the lot number recall checker, then confirm against the current FDA and retailer notices. FDA also posted product photos with the announcement.
If your item matches: What to do if your item matches — refunds, safe disposal and how to report a problem.
Official / primary sources
- FDA: Wakefern Food Corp. recall announcement — announced by Wakefern September 14, 2026; published by FDA September 22, 2026.
- FDA Enforcement Reports — no classified entry for this recall yet as of October 2, 2026; weekly entries may list it when openFDA is updated.
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FAQ
Is Wholesome Pantry Organic Unsweetened Apple Sauce recalled?
Yes, for one identified best-by date. Wakefern Food Corp. voluntarily recalled Wholesome Pantry Organic Unsweetened Apple Sauce in 23 oz plastic jars with UPC 04119005677 and a best-by date of June 16, 2027, after routine FDA testing found patulin levels above acceptable limits. Other sizes, UPCs, or best-by dates are not automatically included.
Why was the apple sauce recalled — is patulin a toxin from mold?
Patulin is a naturally occurring mycotoxin: a substance produced by molds that grow on damaged or bruised apples, which can carry over into products made from that fruit. Routine FDA monitoring found patulin in this apple sauce above food safety limits. Wakefern says food safety standards limit patulin because of potential health concerns with elevated exposure over time, and that the product should not be consumed. The recall is based on FDA test results, so identify the jar by its UPC and best-by date, not by how the apple sauce looks.
Where was the recalled apple sauce sold?
Through Wakefern supermarket banners: ShopRite, Price Rite Marketplace, The Fresh Grocer, Gourmet Garage, and Fairway Market. The announcement names these store banners but does not list states. Wakefern describes its member stores as located in New Jersey, New York, Connecticut, Pennsylvania, Maryland, Delaware, Massachusetts, New Hampshire and Rhode Island.
Are other Wholesome Pantry products recalled?
Not in this recall. Wakefern says no other products sold at those supermarkets are affected. Only the 23 oz Organic Unsweetened Apple Sauce jar with UPC 04119005677 and best-by June 16, 2027 is listed.
Have illnesses been reported?
No. Wakefern stated no illnesses or injuries associated with this apple sauce had been reported at the time of the recall. Status can change; confirm against current FDA and retailer notices.
Has FDA classified this recall?
Not yet in FDA's public enforcement data as of October 2, 2026: openFDA (last updated September 23, 2026) has no Wholesome Pantry apple sauce record. The company announcement published by FDA is the official notice until a classified Enforcement Report entry appears.
What should I do if I have this jar?
Do not eat it. Return it to the store for an immediate refund or replacement. Match the UPC and best-by date together. For questions, call 1-800-ShopRite (1-800-746-7748), Monday–Friday 8 a.m.–6 p.m. and Saturday–Sunday 9 a.m.–5 p.m. This page is not medical advice.
Recalled or Not? is not a ShopRite, Wakefern, or FDA website. Prefer the linked FDA notices and the retailer’s current recall instructions as the source of truth for which jars are included. Last reviewed October 2, 2026.