Your favorite juice might not be safe—more than 22,000 pouches pulled over safety concerns
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Juice is one of those simple pleasures many of us keep around the house. Whether it’s a treat you enjoy with breakfast or something packed into the kids’ or grandkids’ lunchboxes, it feels safe and familiar.
But a new recall is proving that even the most ordinary items in the fridge can come with hidden risks.
Families across several states are now being urged to double-check their shelves for potentially unsafe juice pouches.
Earlier this summer, Evergreen Orchard Farm LLC, a New Jersey-based juice producer, voluntarily pulled three of its popular fruit juice products from the market.
The reason? Missing pasteurization and sanitation records—a red flag for anyone who cares about food safety (and that’s all of us!). Now, the FDA has escalated the situation, classifying the recall as a Class II risk.
That’s the agency’s second-highest warning level, and it’s not something to ignore, especially as families gear up for back-to-school season.
Here’s what you need to know. The recall covers three specific juice products, all produced by Evergreen Orchard Farm LLC and distributed in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and New York. The details:
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If you find any of these juices at home, the instructions are clear—do not drink them. Even though no illnesses have been reported as of September 3, the risk is real enough that the FDA wants these products off the shelves and out of your home. Here’s your action plan:
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A Class II recall is issued when a product could cause temporary or medically reversible health problems, but the risk of serious or life-threatening harm is considered remote. In plain English, it’s not DEFCON 1, but it’s serious enough that you don’t want to take chances—especially with something as common as juice.
Pasteurization isn’t just a fancy word on a label—it’s a crucial process that heats juice to kill off harmful bacteria like E. coli, Salmonella, and Listeria. Without it, or without proof that it was done correctly, you’re rolling the dice with every sip.
The same goes for sanitation: if the equipment and facilities aren’t properly cleaned, there’s no telling what could end up in your drink.
For older adults, young children, and anyone with a weakened immune system, these risks are even more pronounced. What might be a mild stomach upset for one person could be a serious health issue for another.
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Have you ever had to deal with a product recall? Do you have tips for keeping your kitchen safe and organized? Or maybe you have a favorite juice recipe you’d like to share now that you’re skipping the store-bought stuff?
But a new recall is proving that even the most ordinary items in the fridge can come with hidden risks.
Families across several states are now being urged to double-check their shelves for potentially unsafe juice pouches.
Earlier this summer, Evergreen Orchard Farm LLC, a New Jersey-based juice producer, voluntarily pulled three of its popular fruit juice products from the market.
The reason? Missing pasteurization and sanitation records—a red flag for anyone who cares about food safety (and that’s all of us!). Now, the FDA has escalated the situation, classifying the recall as a Class II risk.
That’s the agency’s second-highest warning level, and it’s not something to ignore, especially as families gear up for back-to-school season.
Over 22,000 juice pouches have been recalled over missing pasteurization and sanitation records. Image source: Jugoslocos / Unsplash
Here’s what you need to know. The recall covers three specific juice products, all produced by Evergreen Orchard Farm LLC and distributed in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and New York. The details:
- Korean Pear Juice: 610 cases, codes P20261110 and P20261130
- Grape Juice: 78 cases, code G20261215
- Jujube Juice: 197 cases, codes J20260910 and J20261110
Also read: What watermelon really does to your body—and why it deserves a spot on your summer plate
If you find any of these juices at home, the instructions are clear—do not drink them. Even though no illnesses have been reported as of September 3, the risk is real enough that the FDA wants these products off the shelves and out of your home. Here’s your action plan:
- Check the labels on any juice pouches you have. Look for the product names and codes listed above.
- Return any affected products to the store where you bought them for a full refund.
- If you’ve already consumed the juice and feel unwell, contact your healthcare provider right away and mention the recall.
Also read: Is there such a thing as too much pineapple? Here's what to know
A Class II recall is issued when a product could cause temporary or medically reversible health problems, but the risk of serious or life-threatening harm is considered remote. In plain English, it’s not DEFCON 1, but it’s serious enough that you don’t want to take chances—especially with something as common as juice.
Pasteurization isn’t just a fancy word on a label—it’s a crucial process that heats juice to kill off harmful bacteria like E. coli, Salmonella, and Listeria. Without it, or without proof that it was done correctly, you’re rolling the dice with every sip.
The same goes for sanitation: if the equipment and facilities aren’t properly cleaned, there’s no telling what could end up in your drink.
For older adults, young children, and anyone with a weakened immune system, these risks are even more pronounced. What might be a mild stomach upset for one person could be a serious health issue for another.
Read next: Is your breakfast drink raising your risk of diabetes? New research suggests it might
