Dollar Tree continued to sell Wanabana Apple Cinnamon fruit pouches on store shelves for at least two months after being recalled for lead contamination
FDA report indicates that an Ecuadoran cinnamon processor intentionally added dangerous levels of lead chromate to ground cinnamon for the sake of profit.
The ground cinnamon recalls affect products sold by Dollar Tree, Family Dollar, Save A Lot and other retailers, which were all found to contain elevated levels of lead that pose serious health risks for children.
Both children required extensive treatment for lead poisoning from WanaBana applesauce pouches, and face an increased risk of developmental problems
The CDC is aware of more than 350 confirmed, probable or suspected cases of lead poisoning linked to the recalled Wanabana apple cinnamon fruit pouches.
The amount of chromium found in recalled apple sauce pouches suggests the use of lead chromate in the manufacturing process, FDA investigators warn.
Some Dollar Tree stores nationwide continued to sell the recalled applesauce pouches for weeks after they had been recalled, due to a risk that cinnamon contained in the puree was tainted with toxic lead.
Federal safety officials are warning the glue guns may experience unexpected electrical malfunctions that could result in burn injuries or house fires
