Publix Recalls GreenWise Baby Food Pouches Over Lead Concerns

Publix Super Markets, Inc. has announced a voluntary recall of its GreenWise Pear, Kiwi, Spinach & Pea Baby Food pouches due to concerns over potential lead contamination. The decision follows routine product sampling and has been coordinated with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. The affected product, sold in 4-ounce plastic pouches, was distributed across Publix’s eight-state operating region.

The specific product being recalled carries the Global Trade Item Number (GTIN) 41415 – 00901 and a “Best If Used By” date of November 1, 2025. Although no illnesses related to the product have been reported, Publix has proactively removed the items from store shelves as a precaution. Consumers who purchased the recalled baby food are encouraged to return it to their local store for a full refund. Additional assistance is available through Publix’s customer care department via their toll-free hotline or website.

Publix, headquartered in Lakeland, Florida, is the largest employee-owned grocery chain in the United States, operating 1,404 stores across Florida, Georgia, Alabama, Tennessee, South Carolina, North Carolina, Virginia, and Kentucky. The company, with over 260,000 associates, has consistently earned accolades for its workplace environment and customer service excellence.

The baby food pouches subject to the recall were produced by Bowman Andros LLC and distributed exclusively to Publix locations. Publix emphasizes its ongoing commitment to food safety and has reassured customers of its swift actions in response to the potential contamination. Customers seeking further details are directed to Publix’s newsroom or customer service channels.

Article by multiple RFHC contributors, based upon information from Publix Super Markets, Inc. press release.

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