Target recalls over 26,000 tubs of Good & Gather baby food for elevated lead levels

Check your pantry: Target has recalled 26,500 units of Good & Gather baby food for elevated lead levels. The 4-ounce tubs have Best By Dates until December 2025.

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Target has recalled one of its Good & Gather baby food products for elevated lead levels.

The retailer issued a voluntary recall on March 12 for 26,500 units of Good & Gather baby Pea, Zucchini, Kale & Thyme Vegetable Purèe, according to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA).

“At Target, we’re committed to providing safe, high-quality products for our guests. We require our suppliers to comply with all applicable food safety standards and federal, state, and local regulations,” the company said in a statement to USA TODAY. “This recall involved a limited amount of product, which we took immediate action to remove from our shelves.”

The recall was listed as a Class II recall by the FDA, meaning the product is recalled because the “use of, or exposure to, a violative product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences or where the probability of serious adverse health consequences is remote,” according to the agency.

Lead is of special concern for babies, toddlers and children because even small amounts of lead may affect behavior, cognitive development and academic achievement, according to the American Academy of Pediatrics.

Target baby food gets nationwide recall

Two lots of the Good & Gather baby food, all sold in 4-ounce packages, were recalled. None are currently in circulation.

The packages are marked with:

• Best By Dates: Dec. 7, 2025 and Dec. 9, 2025
• Lots: 4167 and 4169
• UPC: UPC 1 91907-99314 1

What to do with recalled Target baby food?

Those who purchased any of the recalled Good & Gather baby food can call Target Guest Relations at 1-800-440-0680 or visit a Target store for a full refund, the company said.

Mike Snider is a reporter on USA TODAY’s Trending team. You can follow him on Threads, Bluesky, X and email him at mikegsnider  &  @mikegsnider.bsky.social  &  @mikesnider & [email protected]

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