Beech-Nut Classics Sweet Potatoes Stage 2
Summary
Beech-Nut Classics Sweet Potatoes Stage 2 scored 12/100. Testing detected lead at 24.1 ppb — more than 2× the FDA 10 ppb action level for fruits and vegetables. Cadmium and arsenic were modest (3.4 and 2.8 ppb). Non-GMO single-ingredient sweet potato puree; sweet potatoes are known lead accumulators in certain soil profiles and Consumer Reports has repeatedly flagged this category.
At a glance
Contaminants 3
Source: Independent third-party laboratory testing
Lead 24.1 ppb High
A high level of lead — a significant sourcing/quality concern relative to what clean supply chains achieve.
Independent third-party testing.
Cadmium 3.4 ppb Trace
A trace amount of cadmium — within the range expected from normal soil uptake/processing and below our concern threshold.
Independent third-party testing.
Arsenic 2.8 ppb Trace
A trace amount of arsenic — within the range expected from normal soil uptake/processing and below our concern threshold.
Independent third-party testing.
Key ingredients 1
Sweet PotatoesGood
Single-ingredient puree — beta-carotene, vitamin A, fiber. Sweet potatoes naturally accumulate lead in certain soils.
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Unprocessed or Minimally Processed Foods
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