Wholesome Pantry Apple Sauce Recall: Check the UPC and June 2027 Best-By Date

• The recall covers 23-ounce plastic jars of Wholesome Pantry Organic Unsweetened Apple Sauce with UPC 04119005677 and a June 16, 2027, best-by date.
• The affected jars were sold through ShopRite, Price Rite Marketplace, The Fresh Grocer, Gourmet Garage, and Fairway Market.
• Do not eat the recalled apple sauce. Return it to the store for an immediate refund or replacement, or contact 1-800-ShopRite with questions.

Wholesome Pantry apple sauce recall: What shoppers need to know

Wakefern Food Corp. has recalled select jars of Wholesome Pantry Organic Unsweetened Apple Sauce after routine FDA testing found elevated levels of patulin. The recall applies to a specific 23-ounce plastic jar, not every Wholesome Pantry apple sauce product.

If you have this apple sauce at home, check the UPC and best-by date before eating it. The recalled product should not be consumed, even if it looks and smells normal.

Updated September 24, 2026: The FDA published Wakefern’s recall notice on September 22, 2026. The company announced the recall on September 14, 2026.

How to identify the recalled apple sauce

Compare the label and date on your jar with all three identifiers below:

Product detail	Recalled information
Brand	Wholesome Pantry
Product	Organic Unsweetened Apple Sauce
Package size	23-ounce plastic jar
UPC	04119005677
Best-by date	June 16, 2027

The best-by date is printed on the top of the lid. The UPC is located on the product label near the barcode. A jar is part of this recall when the product, size, UPC, and best-by date match the details above.

Read the FDA recall notice ↗

Wakefern says no other products sold at the affected supermarkets are included in this specific recall. That means shoppers should not assume that every Wholesome Pantry product, or every jar of apple sauce, is affected.

Which stores sold the recalled product?

According to the FDA notice, the recalled jars were distributed through these Wakefern supermarket banners:

• ShopRite
• Price Rite Marketplace
• The Fresh Grocer
• Gourmet Garage
• Fairway Market

The notice identifies U.S. distribution through these banners. It does not list Canadian retailers or confirm Canadian distribution. Shoppers in Canada who purchased the product through another retailer should keep the jar and contact the retailer or Wakefern before deciding what to do with it.

Why was the apple sauce recalled?

The reason is elevated patulin, a naturally occurring toxin produced by certain molds that can grow on damaged or bruised apples. Patulin is most commonly discussed in connection with apple juice and other products made from apples.

The FDA says the level found in the recalled product exceeds acceptable food-safety limits. Exposure to high levels over time may pose a health concern, which is why Wakefern is asking customers not to consume the apple sauce.

This is not a report of contamination in every Wholesome Pantry product. It is a targeted recall involving the specific jar size, UPC, and best-by date listed above.

What to do if you have a recalled jar

1. Stop using it. Do not taste the product to decide whether it is safe.
2. Check the identifiers. Confirm the 23-ounce size, UPC 04119005677, and June 16, 2027, best-by date.
3. Keep it away from other food. If the jar leaked, clean any surface that came into contact with the product.
4. Return it to the store. Wakefern says customers can take the recalled apple sauce back for an immediate refund or replacement.
5. If returning it is not practical, dispose of it securely. Do not donate it, give it to another person, or feed it to a pet.

Keep the jar and label with you if possible, because the store may need the product information to confirm the recall. If you no longer have the receipt, ask the store about its recall procedure.

What if someone already ate the apple sauce?

Wakefern and the FDA reported no illnesses or injuries associated with this product at the time of the notice. If someone feels unwell or has concerns after eating the recalled apple sauce, contact a healthcare provider and mention the product and recall information.

Patulin exposure is a food-safety concern, but the recall notice does not say that every person who ate the product will become sick. Avoiding further consumption and following the return or disposal instructions are the appropriate next steps.

How to get recall information from Wakefern

Customers with questions can call 1-800-ShopRite at 1-800-746-7748. The listed hours are Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m., and Saturday and Sunday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

The FDA recall notice is the clearest source for the affected product identifiers, store banners, and refund or replacement instructions. If the packaging does not match all of the recalled details, do not assume it is included in this recall; contact the retailer or Wakefern for clarification.

Helpful Links

• FDA Wholesome Pantry Organic Unsweetened Apple Sauce recall notice – Verify the recalled product size, UPC, best-by date, affected store banners, and refund or replacement instructions.
• FDA Recalls, Market Withdrawals, and Safety Alerts – Search current FDA food recalls and review the latest recall status information.
• FDA Mycotoxins information – Learn how patulin and other naturally occurring toxins can affect food safety.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. Is every Wholesome Pantry apple sauce jar recalled?

A. No. The recall is limited to 23-ounce Wholesome Pantry Organic Unsweetened Apple Sauce jars with UPC 04119005677 and a June 16, 2027, best-by date.

Q. Can I get a refund without the original receipt?

A. Wakefern says customers can return the recalled product for an immediate refund or replacement. Store procedures may vary, so bring the jar or label if you still have it and ask the store to process the recall return.

Q. Was the recalled apple sauce sold in Canada?

A. The FDA notice identifies distribution through U.S. Wakefern banners and does not list Canadian retailers. If you bought the product in Canada or through another retailer, contact that seller or Wakefern before consuming it.

Q. What is patulin?

A. Patulin is a toxin produced by certain molds that can grow on apples and other fruit. The FDA says elevated levels in the recalled product exceed acceptable food-safety limits.