Full Breakdown
Pumpkin Tree Fruit-Puree Pouches Recalled Over Soft-Plastic Hazard
7/23/2026, 12:28:51 PM
Recall Announcement
On July 21, 2026, PT Organics Limited — the Lake Oswego, Oregon-based maker of Pumpkin Tree Peter Rabbit Organics Banana & Strawberry fruit-puree pouches — issued a voluntary recall after its packaging supplier identified a defect that could leave a strand of soft, food-grade plastic inside the pouch. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) posted the recall notice the same day, specifying that the defect is linked to the pouch’s internal material rather than the fruit puree itself.
Background & Context
The recalled product is a 4-ounce (113-gram) fruit-puree pouch sold exclusively at Kroger, Meijer and Target stores nationwide. PT Organics reported that the packaging supplier had previously recalled a production run of defective pouches, prompting PT Organics to inspect finished products. Those inspections confirmed that a small number of pouches contained a detachable strand of the inner pouch material.
Product Identification Details
Consumers can verify whether they have a recalled unit by checking three identifiers on the back of the pouch:
- Barcode: 8 15367 01078 0 (stamped in black ink)
- Lane number: 4 printed on the rear right-hand side seam
- Best-before dates: March 17 2027, March 18 2027, May 14 2027, or May 15 2027
Only the Banana & Strawberry flavor with the above codes is affected; no other Pumpkin Tree products, flavors, or best-before dates are included in the recall.
Data & Statistics
- Sales window: Products were sold between March 6 2026 and July 13 2026.
- Geographic scope: Nationwide distribution through the three major retailers.
- Injury reports: No injuries or illnesses have been reported to date.
Official Statements & Responses
- The company added that the fault was “intermittent” and limited to one production line (lane 4) during a single run.
- The U.S. Food and Drug Administration posted the recall notice on its website, confirming the presence of the plastic strand and advising consumers to stop using the product immediately.
- The Hawaii Department of Health issued a local alert, urging residents to discard or return any recalled pouches found in the state. The department noted that, as of the alert, no injuries had been reported in Hawaii and that it is coordinating with retailers to remove the product from shelves.
- Consumer support is available via PT Organics’ hotline at 888-566-2363 (Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.–5 p.m. ET) and through the company website pumpkintreesnacks.com.
Consumer Guidance
Consumers who possess a recalled pouch should stop use immediately, then either throw the pouch away or return it to the place of purchase for a refund. The FDA and PT Organics caution that similar-looking pouches that are not part of the recall do not contain the defect, so checking the barcode and lane number is essential.
What’s Next
PT Organics indicated it will continue to provide updates to consumers, retailers and regulators as it investigates the root cause and implements safeguards to prevent recurrence. No further recall actions have been announced.
