- Gerber is recalling certain batches of its Arrowroot Biscuits nationwide over concerns they may contain plastic or paper fragments that could pose a choking risk to infants.
- The recalled 5.5 oz biscuits were sold across the U.S., produced between July and September 2025, and have best-before dates ranging from Oct. 16 to Dec. 16, 2026.
- Gerber said the recall was issued out of caution after a supplier identified a potential contamination issue; the company has since stopped working with that supplier and reported no injuries or illnesses.
- Consumers are advised to stop feeding the recalled biscuits to children immediately and return them for a full refund, using published batch codes to identify affected products.
- A 2023 study found plastic fragments are the leading cause of foreign-material food recalls in the U.S., highlighting how low-density plastics used in manufacturing are difficult to detect and can slip through quality-control systems.
Gerber Products Company is recalling some batches of its Arrowroot Biscuits nationwide over concerns they may contain plastic or paper fragments that could cause choking in infants.
The Arrowroot Biscuits are marketed as a "baby's first biscuit" and are intended for infants aged 10 months and older. The biscuits are designed to dissolve easily to reduce choking risk. However, the presence of foreign materials, such as plastic shards, could present a serious hazard, particularly for babies still developing chewing skills.
According to the company, the affected products were sold across the United States and carry best-before dates ranging from Oct. 16 to Dec. 16, 2026. The recall applies to 5.5 oz packages of Gerber Arrowroot Biscuits produced between July 2025 and September 2025.
Gerber said the recall was issued "out of an abundance of caution" after a supplier identified a potential contamination issue involving soft plastic and/or paper pieces that should not be consumed. The company added that it is no longer working with the flour supplier linked to the issue.
"The quality, safety and integrity of our products remain our highest priority, and we take this responsibility seriously. We sincerely apologize for any concerns or inconvenience this action causes for parents, caregivers and retail customers," Gerber said in its official statement. The company also added that no illnesses or injuries have been reported in connection with this recall.
Gerber is advising consumers who have the recalled products to stop feeding them to children immediately and return them to the place of purchase for a full refund. The company has published a list of affected batch codes and corresponding best-before dates to help customers identify recalled packages.
Consumers with questions about the Arrowroot Biscuits recall are encouraged to check Gerber's official notices or contact the company directly for additional information.
Study finds plastic fragments as leading cause of U.S. food recalls
A study published in September 2023 has identified plastic as the most difficult and problematic foreign material to detect in foods, helping explain why it is a leading cause of food recalls in the United States.
The research found that foreign materials account for about one in every 10 food recalls over the past 20 years. Among those incidents, plastic fragments were cited most frequently.
Researchers said plastic contamination often originates from everyday manufacturing processes. Fragments can come from equipment, hand tools, freezer belts, conveyor systems and both food-contact and non-food-contact surfaces, as well as some types of packaging materials. These sources make plastic a major source of hard-to-separate foreign materials in food production environments.
The study also highlighted challenges in detecting plastic contaminants before products reach consumers. While high-density plastics or plastics infused with metal can be more easily identified by detection systems, most food manufacturers rely on low-density plastics because they are cheaper and more widely used.
Low-density plastics pose a particular challenge because they are lighter than water, making them difficult to detect with standard inspection technologies designed to identify foreign objects in food. As a result, plastic fragments can pass through quality-control systems unnoticed, increasing the risk of contamination and subsequent recalls.
BrightU.AI's Enoch noted that the findings underscore the need for more stringent and innovative quality control measures in food manufacturing to reduce contamination risks and enhance consumer safety. This is essential to protect consumer health and ensure the safety of the food supply.
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