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- Woman says Walmart is selling two different versions of Great Value corn — then she took a closer look (marketrealist.com)
Hold on to your cornbread, folks! A TikTok video has sparked concern over Walmart’s Great Value canned corn, suggesting there might be more than meets the eye (or the kernel).
TikTok user Peggy Bolton (@peggybolton) pointed out that Walmart is selling two distinct versions of their Great Value corn, each with different labeling. While both cans appear similar at first glance, Bolton highlights some key discrepancies.
One version boasts 45 calories per serving, while the other packs a whopping 90. This doubling effect extends to other nutritional values as well.
The main difference? One can lists “corn, water, salt,” while the other includes the same ingredients but adds “Product of Thailand” along with a California Proposition 65 warning.
This warning indicates the presence of chemicals known to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm. Bolton also noted the absence of Walmart’s “It’s Great For You” label on the Thai-sourced corn, a label signifying adherence to strict nutritional guidelines.
Walmart confirmed they are indeed selling two versions of the canned corn, explaining that different suppliers are sometimes necessary to meet customer demand. They clarified that the Proposition 65 warning is due to variations in packaging or production processes and, while mandated in California, these cans can end up on shelves nationwide. So, next time you’re shopping for corn, you might want to do a double-take and check those labels!