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Attorney General James Secures Nearly $560,000 from Dollar Tree for Selling Recalled Lead-Contaminated Children’s Food

Attorney General James secured a $559,250 penalty from Dollar Tree for failing to promptly remove recalled, lead-contaminated applesauce pouches from store shelves, violating food safety and deceptive business practice laws. The settlement includes policy reforms and funds for lead poisoning prevention.

New York Attorney General

Date Added

28 April 2026 at 05:31:25

Why it matters

Enforcement action for delayed recall compliance and misleading practices, with direct penalties and mandated food safety reforms.

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