Walmart Recalls Great Value Fruit Cocktail Over Potential Lead Contamination
Walmart's Great Value Fruit Cocktail in 15-ounce cans has been voluntarily recalled due to potential lead contamination. The affected product was distributed to Walmart stores in Alabama, Arizona, Louisiana, New Mexico, Pennsylvania, Washington, and Wyoming. Consumers with lot number “6FCB…
Birmingham, AL, October 28, 2026 —
Great Value Fruit Cocktail sold in 15-ounce cans has been voluntarily recalled because of potential lead contamination, according to the information provided about the recall.
The affected cans are identified by lot number 6FCB 04 C2263 and a “best if used by” date of Sept. 1, 2027. Consumers who have a can matching both identifiers are advised to return or discard it.
The product was distributed to Walmart stores in Alabama, Arizona, Louisiana, New Mexico, Pennsylvania, Washington and Wyoming. The information provided does not specify how many cans were affected or when the recall was announced. It also does not identify the manufacturer or explain how the potential contamination was detected.
The notice describes the issue as potential lead contamination; it does not state that testing confirmed lead in every affected can. No details were provided about reported illnesses, whether any other lot numbers or date codes are included, or whether the recall extends beyond the listed states.
Consumers can use the lot number and date printed on the can to determine whether their product matches the recall identifiers. The stated guidance for matching cans is to return or discard them. The information provided does not specify whether a refund is available or give additional instructions for contacting Walmart or the product’s manufacturer.
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