Gerber Arrowroot Biscuits Recall Lawsuit Lawyers

What Parents Should Know About the 2026 Gerber Baby Biscuit Recall and Potential Injury Claims

Parents across the United States rely on baby food products to be safe, carefully manufactured, and free from contamination. When products intended for infants and young children are recalled, it raises immediate concern for families. In January 2026, Gerber Products Company announced a voluntary nationwide recall of limited batches of Gerber Arrowroot Biscuits due to the potential presence of soft plastic and paper pieces.

Although the company stated the recall was issued out of an abundance of caution and no injuries had been reported at the time of the announcement, the presence of foreign material in food designed for young children can present serious safety risks. Infants and toddlers are particularly vulnerable to choking hazards, gastrointestinal injury, and other complications from contaminated food products.

What Parker Waichman LLP Found

• The recall was triggered by contamination concerns from a third-party flour supplier.
• Infants and toddlers face elevated risk from foreign material in food products.
• Even precautionary recalls can support product liability investigations if injuries occur.
• Nationwide distribution means families across the country may be affected.
• Parents whose children experienced choking, illness, or injury may have grounds to pursue compensation.

Parker Waichman LLP is actively investigating potential claims related to recalled Gerber Arrowroot Biscuits and is offering free consultations to families who believe their child may have been harmed. Parents and caregivers who experienced medical issues, choking incidents, or other complications after using the affected product may have legal options.

Why the Gerber Arrowroot Biscuit Recall Was Issued

According to the company announcement, the recall was initiated after a supplier of arrowroot flour reported a separate recall involving potential contamination. Gerber stated that the affected flour may contain soft plastic and/or paper fragments that should not be consumed.

Key details of the recall include:

• The recall applies to Gerber Arrowroot Biscuits, 5.5 oz packages
• Products were produced between July 2025 and September 2025
• Distribution was nationwide in the United States
• The issue originated from a supplier-related contamination concern
• Gerber reported it is no longer working with the flour supplier

Foreign material contamination is taken seriously in the food safety industry because even small fragments can pose health risks, particularly for babies and toddlers who may not be able to detect or avoid contaminated food.

Which Products and Batch Codes Are Affected

The recall is limited to specific batch codes printed on the back of the package before the “best before” date. Affected batches include multiple codes such as:

• 5198565504
• 5202565504
• 5203565504
• 5204565504
• 5205565504
• 5209565504
• 5210565504
• 5211565504
• 5233565504
• 5238565504
• 5239565504
• 5239565505
• 5240565505
• 5245565505
• 5246565505
• 5251565505
• 5252565505
• 5253565505
• 5254565505
• 5258565505
• 5259565505

Best-before dates for these products range from October 16, 2026 through December 16, 2026.

Parents are urged to check packaging carefully. If a recalled batch is identified, the product should not be fed to a child and may be returned to the retailer for a refund.

Potential Health Risks to Infants and Young Children

Even when a recall is issued as a precaution, foreign material in baby food can present real dangers. Infants and toddlers have smaller airways and more sensitive digestive systems, which can increase the risk of injury.

Possible complications may include:

Choking Hazards

Soft plastic or paper fragments can become lodged in a child’s throat. Because young children often swallow food quickly, the risk of choking is significant.

Gastrointestinal Injury

If foreign material is swallowed, it may irritate or injure the mouth, esophagus, stomach, or intestines. Symptoms can include:

• Vomiting
• Abdominal pain
• Difficulty swallowing
• Blood in stool
• Feeding refusal

Dental or Oral Injuries

Hard or sharp fragments can cause cuts inside the mouth or damage developing teeth.

Infection Concerns

Contaminated foreign material may carry bacteria or other substances that could contribute to illness in vulnerable infants.

While Gerber reported no confirmed injuries at the time of the recall, many product liability investigations begin after families later connect symptoms or medical visits to recalled food products.

Legal Rights of Families After a Contaminated Baby Food Recall

When a food product intended for children may contain foreign material, several legal theories may apply if harm occurs.

Product Liability

Manufacturers and distributors have a duty to ensure food products are safe for consumption. If contamination reaches consumers, injured families may pursue claims based on defective manufacturing or distribution failures.

Negligence

Claims may allege that reasonable safety procedures were not followed during sourcing, inspection, or quality control.

Failure to Warn

If a company knew or should have known about contamination risks but did not provide adequate warnings, additional liability may arise.

Breach of Warranty

Consumers reasonably expect baby food products to be safe and free from foreign objects. Contamination may support warranty-based claims in some cases.

Each situation depends on medical evidence, product identification, and the child’s injuries.

Steps Parents Should Take if Their Child May Be Affected

If you believe your child consumed recalled Gerber Arrowroot Biscuits, consider the following steps:

• Stop using the product immediately
• Save the packaging and batch code
• Monitor your child for symptoms
• Seek medical care if any concerning symptoms appear
• Keep receipts and medical records
• Report the incident to the FDA MedWatch system

Early documentation can be important if questions later arise about what happened.

Gerber Arrowroot Biscuit Recall Lawsuit FAQs

Can I file a lawsuit if my child was not hospitalized?
Possibly. Not every valid claim involves hospitalization. If your child experienced choking, gastrointestinal symptoms, oral injury, or required medical evaluation after consuming a recalled product, you may still have a potential claim. A legal review can help determine whether the facts support compensation.

What proof is needed for a baby food contamination case?
Helpful evidence often includes the product packaging, batch code, purchase receipt, medical records, pediatrician notes, and photographs of the product if foreign material was observed. Even partial documentation may be useful in an investigation.

Does a voluntary recall mean the company admits fault?
No. Companies often state recalls are issued out of caution. However, the existence of a recall can still be important evidence when evaluating whether a product reached consumers in a potentially unsafe condition.

What damages may be available in a contaminated food case?
Depending on the facts, families may seek compensation for medical expenses, follow-up care, pain and discomfort experienced by the child, and related out-of-pocket costs. In more serious cases, additional damages may be available.

How long do I have to file a claim?
Deadlines vary by state and can depend on the child’s age and when the injury was discovered. Because these time limits can expire, it is wise to review the situation as soon as possible.

What if my child swallowed the product but seems fine now?
It may still be helpful to document the incident and speak with a medical professional. Some injuries or complications do not appear immediately.

Is there any cost to speak with Parker Waichman LLP?
No. The firm offers free consultations to families concerned about injuries linked to recalled products.

Contact Parker Waichman LLP For a Free Case Review

If your child experienced choking, illness, or other complications after consuming recalled Gerber Arrowroot Biscuits, legal options may be available. Parker Waichman LLP is investigating these cases nationwide and is offering free consultations to affected families.

Our national product liability attorneys are prepared to review your situation, explain your rights, and determine whether compensation may be available.

Call 1-800-YOUR-LAWYER (1-800-968-7529) today for a free case review. Regardless of your location or where your injury occurred, our nationwide product injury law firm is ready to assist you.