Walmart has issued a major recall of its Great Value Brand Apple Juice across 25 States due to Dangerously high levels of inorganic arsenic this recall which involves over 9,500 cases of the product comes after The Food and Drug Administration that is FDA identified arsenic levels in the juice exceeding the recommended safety limits the recalled apple juice was packaged in 8 oz bottles and sold in six packs under Walmart's popular Great Value brand the fda's investigation revealed that some of these juices contained arsenic at a concentration of 13.2 parts per billion that is ppb well above the agency's guidance limit of 10 ppb for apple juice while arsenic is a naturally occurring mineral it is toxic to hum especially in its inorganic form which is more harmful than its organic counterpart the recall was initiated on August 15th and later classified as a Class 2 recall on August 23rd this classification indicates that while the product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health effects the likelihood of severe Health consequences is relatively low however the risks are particular particularly concerning for vulnerable populations such as young children according to the FDA High exposure to inorganic arsenic can lead to Serious neurological effects in children including learning disabilities behavioral issues and a reduction in IQ for adults long-term exposure to inorganic arsenic has been linked to various health problems including skin disorders an increased risk of cancer ERS such as those affecting the skin bladder and lungs as well as cardiovascular disease short-term exposure to high levels of arsenic can also cause immediate symptoms like nausea vomiting bruising and sensations of numbness or burning in the hands and feet Walmart's recall affects a significant portion of its customer base with the product being sold not only across the 25 affected States but also in Puerto Rico and the District of Columbia the States involved in the recall include major markets such as New York Florida Illinois and Virginia consumers who purchase the recalled apple juice are urged to stop using the product immediately and return it to the place of purchase for a full refund while the FDA has emphasized the importance of a balanced diet that includes a variety of nutrient-dense foods this incident serves as a critical reminder of the the potential dangers posed by contaminants in food products Walmart has yet to issue a detailed public statement regarding the recall but the FDA continues to monitor the situation closely the agency is also encouraging consumers to remain Vigilant about the products they purchase and consume especially those intended for young children as this recall unfolds it highlights the ongoing need for stringent quality control measures in the food and beverage industry to protect Public Health stay subscribed for more videos