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Valley Processing INC.·Food·Oct 25, 2018

Apple Juice Concentrate and Organic Apple Juice Concentrate in 52 Gallon Drums, 5 Gallon Pails, …

What you need to know

Class II

  • What happened

    The apple juice concentrates contain high levels of inorganic arsenic. The firm is recalling lots that were distributed for use other than fermentation (i.e. alcohol or vinegar).

  • Health risk

    The product may cause temporary or medically reversible health consequences, or the probability of serious harm is remote. A safety issue that does not fit the standard pathogen, allergen, chemical or quality categories.

  • Action required

    Check the identifying codes below and stop using the product. Return it to the retailer for a refund or dispose of it safely, following the recall notice.

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Product identification

Source: FDA FOOD

Brand nameValley Processing INC.
Recalling firmValley Processing INC.Sunnyside, WA, United States
UPC / barcodesNo UPC listed in the FDA enforcement record.
Lot / date codes
  • Lot numbers 070617-C5 and 070617-C6 Lot number 062217-C5 (organic)
Distribution area
Nationwide

Wholesale to customers nationwide and internationally (Canada and Korea)

United States, Canada

Quantity affected070617-C5: 3856 gallons; 070617-C6: 5096 gallons; 062217-C5: 5836 gallons
Recall initiationFDA report date: November 14, 2018
FDA recall numberF-0405-2019

Beyond the headline

The recall, in context

Valley Processing INC. initiated this food recall on October 25, 2018. The FDA enforcement report states: The apple juice concentrates contain high levels of inorganic arsenic. The firm is recalling lots that were distributed for use other than fermentation (i.e. alcohol or vinegar). The FDA report lists distribution as: Wholesale to customers nationwide and internationally (Canada and Korea).

The FDA enforcement report describes the reason as: The apple juice concentrates contain high levels of inorganic arsenic. The firm is recalling lots that were distributed for use other than fermentation (i.e. alcohol or vinegar).

Apple Juice Concentrate and Organic Apple Juice Concentrate in 52 Gallon Drums, 5 Gallon Pails, … was made or distributed by Valley Processing INC. in Sunnyside, WA, United States. This page reflects FDA report F-0405-2019, dated November 14, 2018.

Why this is a Class II recall

Class II means the product may cause temporary or medically reversible health consequences, or the probability of serious harm is remote. In this recall, a safety issue that does not fit the standard pathogen, allergen, chemical or quality categories.

FDA definition

The product may cause temporary or medically reversible health consequences, or the probability of serious harm is remote.

What to do now

  1. 1

    Stop using it

    Do not eat, drink or take the affected product.

  2. 2

    Check the codes

    Compare the lot and date codes against the table above.

  3. 3

    Return or discard

    Contact the retailer or recalling firm about a refund, and dispose of the product safely.

Consumer safety guide

Product safety recall

Symptoms to watch for

The official enforcement report describes the specific risk. Follow the recall notice, check the product codes and do not use a product that may be affected.

Higher-risk groups

Children, pregnant people, older adults and people with weakened immune systems should take extra care when a product's safety is uncertain.

What to do now

  1. 1Stop using or eating the product and keep it away from children and pets.
  2. 2Check the UPC and lot/date codes on this page and follow the official recall notice for disposal or return.
  3. 3Seek medical advice if anyone develops severe or worrying symptoms after exposure.

Read the official source record for the specific hazard and instructions.

This is general consumer safety information, not medical advice or a diagnosis. Follow the official recall notice and contact a healthcare professional if you have concerns about exposure or symptoms.

Frequently asked

Questions about this recall

What is the Apple Juice Concentrate and Organic Apple Juice Concentrate in 52 Gallon Drums, 5 Gallon Pails, … recall?

Valley Processing INC. recalled Apple Juice Concentrate and Organic Apple Juice Concentrate in 52 Gallon Drums, 5 Gallon Pails, … in an FDA Class II enforcement action reported as F-0405-2019. The apple juice concentrates contain high levels of inorganic arsenic. The firm is recalling lots that were distributed for use other than fermentation (i.e. alcohol or vinegar).

What should I do if I bought this product?

Check the identifying codes below and stop using the product. Return it to the retailer for a refund or dispose of it safely, following the recall notice. Stop using or eating the product and keep it away from children and pets. Check the UPC and lot/date codes on this page and follow the official recall notice for disposal or return. Seek medical advice if anyone develops severe or worrying symptoms after exposure.

Is the Valley Processing INC. recall still active?

The FDA lists this recall as recall closed. It remains relevant if you still have the affected product or need to identify a historical recall.

Where can I verify this recall?

This page is normalized from the openFDA enforcement record F-0405-2019. You can verify it directly using the official source link on this page. VerifyRecall updates its index from public FDA enforcement data and does not replace advice from the FDA, the recalling firm or a healthcare professional.

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Record last synced from official openFDA enforcement data on November 14, 2026. Source record: official FDA notice.