The Food and Drug Administration warned Friday that applesauce bags previously recalled because of their lead content may also contain chromium, increasing the risk of illness after consumption.
The applesauce was originally recalled on November 13, with the Centers for Disease Control saying affected bags may contain lead.
The FDA said Friday that the chromium contamination came from cinnamon in the bags supplied by Ecuadorian distributor Austrofoods.
“Individuals who have eaten recalled products, particularly if they had elevated blood lead levels, may have been exposed to chromium and should inform their doctor so that the doctor can monitor their health and provide supportive measures as needed,” the agency warned.
Nearly two dozen young children were affected by lead poisoning due to applesauce contamination, the CDC said in November.
The recalled applesauce pouches included WanaBana brand apple cinnamon fruit puree pouches and Weis and Schnucks brand cinnamon applesauce pouches, the CDC said.
In its update Friday, the FDA said recalled bags could still be found on shelves at some Dollar Tree and Family Dollar stores in mid-December.
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