Michigan Walmart Stores Recall Apple Juice Over Arsenic Levels

Before reaching into your fridge to pour yourself or your kids a tall glass of apple juice, you better double-check to ensure it's not part of Walmart's 25-state recall. Yes, that recall does include Michigan.

According to CBS News, Walmart has issued a recall for nearly 10,000 cases of apple juice sold in stores across the U.S., including those in Michigan. The recall comes after tests revealed potentially harmful levels of inorganic arsenic, a substance linked to various health risks.

The arsenic levels found in the recalled apple juice bottles are relatively low and not considered deadly. However, even low levels of arsenic can cause some uncomfortable symptoms, like nausea, stomach pain, diarrhea, headaches, and dizziness. It’s not something you want to mess with, so it's better to be safe and get rid of any affected bottles.

The FDA didn't say whether or not anyone has gotten sick from the recalled apple juice, but it’s still important to take the warning seriously and avoid drinking it.

The recall affects Great Value brand apple juice sold in 8-ounce plastic bottles. These were sold in 6-packs at Walmart stores in Michigan and 25 other states. If you have one, check for a "Best If Used By" date of December 28, 2024, and a UPC code of 0-78742-29655-5. If your juice matches this info, don’t drink it—either throw it away or return it to the store where you bought it.