They’re a go-to food for health-conscious folks, but an unusual issue has prompted officials to warn the public.
Fruit Snacks Were Just Recalled in 19 States
Published on Jun. 14, 2025
It’s a struggle we all know too well: You buy a cart full of fresh fruits and vegetables, excited for the healthy meals you’ll make this week…but before you can use them up, they turn brown and go bad. That’s one reason why nonperishable produce products are becoming more and more popular.
But if you like to snack on dried fruit throughout the day, it’s worth taking a closer look at its packaging, as a new recall is flagging one treat that, if eaten, could potentially lead to breathing issues for some individuals.
On Thursday, June 12, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced that 352 cases of Flora Dried Apricots from Turkana Food Inc. had been recalled due to a “possible health risk.”
“Potential or Undeclared Allergen – Sulfites” is listed as the reason for the recall’s initiation.
Sulfites are chemicals often used to prevent foods, drinks, and medications from spoiling, the Cleveland Clinic explains. Around 4% or 5% of people with asthma are thought to have a type of sulfite sensitivity. Allergies and sensitivities to sulfite can reportedly cause asthma attacks or allergy symptoms when products containing sulfites are consumed.
According to the report, the “undeclared sulfites” issue was discovered during a “routine sampling performed by the New York State Department of Agriculture and markets.” It also states, “The company has ceased production and distribution of the products as FDA and the company continue their investigation to correct the issue with the manufacturer.”
There have not been any confirmed reports of illness as of June 12, per the FDA.
The recalled items were evidently distributed in 20 states: Alabama, California, Florida, Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Missouri, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Texas, Rhode Island, and Virginia. (The report listed the state of Virginia twice.)
The FDA report provided the following details:
- Company Name: Turkana Food Inc.
- Brand Name: Floria
- Package: 200-Gram paper packaging labeled Floria Dried Apricots
- Lot #: 440090478-15-333
- UPC: 2539560010
- Expiration Date: 11/2026
The lot number and expiration date can be found near the bottom of the package, and the UPC number can be located on a sticker near the top of the package.
The report does not share specific locations where the dried apricot products were sold. It’s also unclear how many dried apricot packages each case contained.
Turkana Food is a “family-owned and operated ethnic food distributor” with dozens of brands to its name and a long list of products, including dried fruits, jams and preserves, sauces, and desserts, its website shows.
The FDA encourages consumers to avoid eating the dried apricots and to instead return them to the place of purchase to receive a full refund.
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