Youngstown Grape Distributors Inc., a co-manufacturer for Happy Moose Juice, is voluntarily recalling two of its juice products due to incomplete High Pressure Processing (HPP) treatment, which is vital for ensuring the safety of the product by reducing harmful pathogens such as Salmonella, Listeria monocytogenes, and E. coli. If consumed, these pathogens can lead to serious foodborne illnesses.

The recall affects the following products:

1. Happy Moose Tropical Roots Juice (Lot# H240903-E, Best By 12/02/2024)
2. Happy Moose Strawberry Fields Juice (Lot# H240903-H, Best By 12/02/2024)

Though no illnesses have been reported to date, the recall has been issued following consumer complaints about spoiled juices. The products in question were distributed in 12 oz RPET plastic bottles with “Enjoy by 12/02/2024” printed below the label.

Affected Products:

The recalled products were shipped in 9-count corrugated boxes to various distributors.

Health Risk:

These products may contain harmful pathogens due to incomplete processing, which can cause foodborne illnesses. Symptoms of potential contamination include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal cramps, fever, and in severe cases, more serious health complications. For a detailed description of symptoms, consumers are advised to visit the FDA’s website on Foodborne Pathogens.

What You Should Do:

• Do Not Consume: Consumers who have purchased these products with the affected lot numbers and best by dates are urged not to consume the juices.
• Return for Refund: Return the product to the place of purchase for a full refund.
• Contact Information: For further questions or concerns, consumers can contact Youngstown Grape Distributors Inc. at 559-797-0252, available Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. PST.

Source:https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/youngstown-grape-distributors-inc-recalls-happy-moose-juice-tropical-roots-and-happy-moose