HyVee Applesauce (PUREFRUIT CHILE) – Mold Contamination (2014)
Class II: A situation in which use of, or exposure to, a violative product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences or where the probability of serious adverse health consequences is remote
Class II recall indicates potential for temporary health effects.
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Check Your Product
According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
Product
HyVee applesauce; 3.5 oz applesauce in aluminum pouch with plastic screw-on lid; product is labeled in part, "***HyVee Mother's Choice Apple organic baby food NET WT 3.5 OZ (99g)***INGREDIENTS:ORGANIC APPLE, ASCORBIC ACID DISTRIBUTED BY HY-VEE, INC WEST DES MOINES, IA 50266 PRODUCT OF CHILE***" UPC Code: 075450082029
Brand
PUREFRUIT CHILE S.A
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Best By: NOV 12 2014
Products Sold
Best By: NOV 12 2014
PUREFRUIT CHILE S.A is recalling HyVee applesauce; 3.5 oz applesauce in aluminum pouch with plastic screw-on lid; product is labeled due to Purefruit Chile S.A. is recalling pouched applesauce due to the possibility of mold.. This is a Class I recall, indicating a high risk of serious health consequences. Based on FDA enforcement report.
Summary derived from FDA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by FDA
Purefruit Chile S.A. is recalling pouched applesauce due to the possibility of mold.
Recommended Action
Per FDA guidance
Consumers should stop using the product and contact the recalling firm or return it to the place of purchase.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) directly.
View official FDA recall noticePage updated: Jan 6, 2026