Table of contents
- Latest Pear Slices Recall Updates
- August 4, 2025: Recall Designated Class I
- July 23, 2025: Company Announces the Recall
- Which Pear Slices Are Affected?
- Why Were the Pear Slices Recalled?
- Reported Incidents, Injuries, or Illnesses
- What Should Consumers Do?
- Legal Options
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Did Grocery Outlet Pull the Parashore Pear Slices from Shelves?
- What Are the Symptoms of Lead and Cadmium Poisoning in Children?
- Where Were the Recalled Pear Slices Made?
- How Much Lead and Cadmium Was in the Pear Slices?
Parashore Pear Slices in Juice, 15 oz cans, were recalled over possible elevated levels of lead and cadmium. W.W. Industrial Group, Inc. announced the voluntary recall on July 23, 2025, and the FDA posted it the same day.
The recalled cans carry UPC 704817164237 and were sold at Grocery Outlet stores in California and across the US. The FDA now says the recall has been completed and terminated. No lawsuit or MDL names this recall.
Do not eat the pears. Discard them or return them for a full refund. The lot found positive for heavy metals was Lot 3700/01172 6122J, best by 2/19/2027.
Latest Pear Slices Recall Updates
August 4, 2025: Recall Designated Class I
On August 4, 2025, regulators designated the Parashore Pear Slices recall Class I, the most serious classification, Newsweek reported [1]. Newsweek said more than 8,000 cans were distributed.
July 23, 2025: Company Announces the Recall
W.W. Industrial Group, Inc. announced the recall of Parashore Pear Slices in Juice, 15 oz, on July 23, 2025. The FDA posted the same company announcement that day [2].
Local health departments passed on the alert. The City of Pasadena listed the recall on July 23, 2025 [3]. Mesa County Public Health posted a food safety alert on July 24, 2025 [4].
Which Pear Slices Are Affected?
The recall names one product. Check your can against these details:
- Product: Parashore Pear Slices in Juice, 15 oz (425 g) can
- UPC: 704817164237
- Lot: 3700/01172 6122J
- Produced: February 19, 2024
- Best by: February 19, 2027
W.W. Industrial Group, Inc. imported the pears. The FDA notice says they were distributed through Grocery Outlet stores in California and other Grocery Outlet stores across the US.
Consumer Reports says only one lot tested positive, but the recall applies to all lots because of the risk of contamination [5]. Compare the UPC and lot code on your can with the list above.
Why Were the Pear Slices Recalled?
The Parashore pears were recalled because they have the potential to be contaminated with elevated levels of lead and cadmium. The company has recalled the products and is continuing an investigation to determine cause.
The Maryland Department of Health found the problem through sampling under the FDA Laboratory Flexible Funding Model program. Consumer Reports says the tests followed FDA concerns about contaminants in imported sliced pears in metal cans.
Reported Incidents, Injuries, or Illnesses
The FDA notice says no illnesses have been reported as of 07/22/2025. Symptoms of lead and cadmium poisoning can include abdominal pain, vomiting, lethargy, irritability, weakness, behavior or mood changes, delirium, seizures, and coma.
James Rogers, PhD, of Consumer Reports says people who have eaten the recalled pears should check with their doctor. He says the doctor can see if lead testing is recommended.
What Should Consumers Do?
If you still have Parashore Pear Slices in Juice at home, take these steps:
- Do not eat the pears. Check the can for UPC 704817164237 and Lot 3700/01172 6122J.
- Discard the can in the trash, or return it to the place of purchase for a full refund.
- Call W.W. Industrial Group at 516-676-9188, Monday to Friday 10AM to 4PM EST. You can also reach the FDA at 1-888-INFO-FDA (1-888-463-6332).
- Watch for symptoms of lead or cadmium poisoning, such as abdominal pain or vomiting. Contact a doctor if you are concerned after eating the pears.
Legal Options
Nobody has filed a lawsuit, class action or MDL over the Parashore pear slices recall. A recall does not automatically establish liability. For a similar heavy-metal recall, see the applesauce lead recall page.
Anyone who believes the pears harmed them can ask a lawyer for a review. Before you discard the can, photograph the label, UPC and lot code. Keep the receipt and any medical records or test results.
Frequently Asked Questions
Did Grocery Outlet Pull the Parashore Pear Slices from Shelves?
Grocery Outlet did instruct its stores to remove the Parashore pear slices from shelves nationwide, a spokesperson told Consumer Reports. The company also encouraged customers to bring cans back to any Grocery Outlet store for a full refund.
What Are the Symptoms of Lead and Cadmium Poisoning in Children?
Lead and cadmium poisoning symptoms in children can be hard to spot. The FDA says a child with heavy metal poisoning may not look or act sick. In children it can cause learning disabilities, developmental delays, and lower IQ scores.
Where Were the Recalled Pear Slices Made?
The recalled Parashore pear slices were produced in China, according to Consumer Reports. W.W. Industrial Group, Inc. imported them into the United States, and the FDA notice describes the importer as based in New York.
How Much Lead and Cadmium Was in the Pear Slices?
The lead and cadmium levels in the tested pear slices were measured by the Maryland Department of Health. Consumer Reports says the tested lot contained 155 parts per billion of lead and 96 parts per billion of cadmium.