ROCHESTER, N.Y. (AFX) - Upscale grocer Wegmans Food Markets Inc. has recalled its own brand of bottled water in five states, saying it showed high levels of bromate.
The recall is for Wegmans Food You Feel Good About Spring Water with a use-by date of Aug. 8, 2008. The recall affects 71 stores in New York, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Maryland and Virginia.
Years of drinking water with high bromate levels could lead to a higher risk of cancer, according to the Environmental Protection Agency. Bromate is created during the disinfection process.
Wegmans spokeswoman Jo Natale said the Rochester-based company could not say how many bottles are affected.
'We are hopeful that we will resolve this matter quickly and once again offer these products,' she said.
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