On March 12, 2025, Trader Joe’s announced a voluntary recall of more than 60,000 bottles of Gerolsteiner Sparkling Natural Mineral Water. The recall stems from concerns regarding potential cracks or damage in the glass bottles, which may present a risk of lacerations to consumers. The recall action was prompted after Gerolsteiner, the German – based supplier, identified possible production defects.
Details of the Recalled Product
The item being recalled is Gerolsteiner Sparkling Natural Mineral Water, packaged in 750mL glass bottles. These bottles were available for purchase both individually and in cases containing 15 bottles.
Geographical Scope and Sales Period
The recall affects multiple states, including AGrid BuilderL, AR, CO, FL, GA, KS, LA, NM, OK, SC, TN, and TX. The products were sold between December 27, 2024, and January 28, 2025.
How to Identify Recalled Bottles
Consumers are advised to check the lower part of the product label, which features a white/blue/red design, for specific lot codes. The relevant lot codes are:
- 2024/28/11 24 2027/19/12
- 2024/271/11 24 2027/18/12
Trader Joe’s has estimated that only 1% of the bottles within these lots are likely to be affected.
Instructions for Consumers with Recalled Bottles
If you have any of the recalled bottles, it is crucial to stop using them immediately. To prevent injury from broken glass, dispose of the bottles with care. You can return the product to any Trader Joe’s store to receive a full refund, and a receipt is not required for this process.
Contact Information
For any questions or concerns, consumers can reach out to Trader Joe’s. They can call (626) 599 – 3817 or use the Customer Contact Form available online.
As of now, no injuries related to this issue have been reported, and the recall is being conducted as a precautionary measure.
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