Gerber Arrowroot Biscuits Recalled Because They May Contain Plastic or Paper Pieces

“Consumers who may have purchased impacted Gerber® Arrowroot Biscuits should not feed this product to their child,” the company’s recall announcement said. But don’t throw them out: Packages can be returned to the store where they were purchased for a refund. 

Gerber voluntarily recalled some of its biscuits “out of an abundance of caution” after an arrowroot flour supplier initiated a recall. “We are no longer working with the flour supplier,” a Gerber spokesperson said via email. 

At this time, no injuries or illnesses have been reported, and no other Gerber products are impacted. 

CR contacted Gerber to ask what steps the company has taken to ensure that ingredients are thoroughly screened to prevent similar issues in the future. Contaminants in baby food, whether from toxic elements or foreign materials, are an understandable cause for concern in parents and caregivers.

“The quality, safety, and integrity of our products remain our highest priority, and we take this responsibility seriously,” the spokesperson said. “All of our products are backed by rigorous research and testing, and our portfolio is evaluated on an ongoing basis to reflect the latest science and dietary guidance. We are working closely with the U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) and are cooperating fully throughout their review. We appreciate the trust parents place in us and remain committed to giving them the peace of mind they deserve when choosing Gerber products.”

Check any packages you have against the batch numbers and best-before dates listed below.