# Major Recall Alert: Canned Sliced Pears Recalled Due to Potential Metal Contaminants – Lead and Cadmium
Canned fruit lovers, beware! W.W. Industrial Group, Inc., based in New York, has announced a significant recall of its **Parashore Canned Sliced Pears in Juice, 15oz**, due to a potential contamination with elevated levels of **lead and cadmium**. These toxic heavy metals can pose severe health risks, especially for children, pregnant women, and individuals exposed to them over time.
The recall impacts products distributed across **Grocery Outlet stores**, including locations in California and nationwide. If you have this product in your pantry, keep reading to learn more about this important recall and how to stay safe.
## Why This Recall is Important
Lead and cadmium are harmful substances that exist in trace amounts in the environment, but exposure to elevated levels can result in serious health issues. While lead contamination is particularly dangerous for infants, young children, and individuals who are pregnant, long-term or high-level exposure to both metals can affect key bodily functions in people of all ages.
Symptoms of heavy metal poisoning can include:
- **Abdominal pain**
- **Vomiting**
- **Lethargy and fatigue**
- **Mood and behavior changes**
- **Developmental delays** (in children)
- **Seizures or coma** in severe cases
Importantly, heavy metal exposure in children may not always have immediate or obvious symptoms. However, it can lead to long-term consequences like **learning disabilities, lower IQ, and developmental delays**. This recall serves as a critical reminder of the importance of monitoring potential environmental toxins in everyday food products.
## Details of the Recall
W.W. Industrial Group, Inc. is voluntarily recalling its **Parashore Pear Slices in Juice**, 15oz, with specific details on packaging as follows:
- **Product Name**: Parashore Pear Slices in Juice
- **Size**: 15oz (425 g)
- **UPC Code**: 704817164237
- **Lot Number**: Lot 3700/01172 6122J
- **Production Date**: February 19, 2024
- **Best By Date**: February 19, 2027
This problem was uncovered during routine sampling conducted by the Maryland Department of Health under the **FDA Laboratory Flexible Funding Model Program**. Thankfully, **no illnesses have been reported as of July 22, 2025**, but consumers are advised to take precautions immediately.
For more official details, check the [FDA Recall Notice](https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/ww-industrial-group-recalls-pear-slices-juice-due-elevated-levels-lead-and-cadmium).
## What You Should Do
If you’ve purchased Parashore Canned Pear Slices, follow these steps:
1. **Do not consume the product.**
2. Check your **lot number, production date, and best-by date.** If it matches the recalled product, do not open or use it.
3. Return the product to the place of purchase for a full refund or safely dispose of it.
4. For further questions, contact W.W. Industrial Group, Inc. at **516-676-9188** during business hours from **Monday to Friday, 10 AM – 4 PM EST.**
By taking these measures, you can help protect yourself and your family from potential exposure to harmful substances.
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For more details on this recall, visit the official FDA link: [FDA Safety Alert – Parashore Pears Recall](https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/ww-industrial-group-recalls-pear-slices-juice-due-elevated-levels-lead-and-cadmium).