WASHINGTON, D.C. — Coca-Cola has issued a voluntary recall of nearly 900 cases of its Original Taste soda after reports of plastic contamination, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
The recall, initially announced earlier this month, has now been classified as a Class II recall, which the FDA defines as a situation where the product may cause temporary or medically reversible health issues. The risk of serious harm is considered low.
The affected products include 864 cases of Coca-Cola Classic 12-ounce cans in 12-count packs, distributed in Illinois and Wisconsin. No other states are involved at this time. The drinks were bottled by Reyes Coca-Cola Bottling, LLC, based in Milwaukee.
A spokesperson for Reyes Coca-Cola Bottling confirmed the recall in a statement to USA TODAY, saying, “The cases are being withdrawn because they did not meet our high-quality standards. We are taking this voluntary action because nothing is more important to us than providing high-quality products to the people who drink our beverages.”
The FDA has not provided specific instructions for handling the recalled products. However, consumers are advised not to consume the affected sodas and to return them to the place of purchase for a full refund.
This recall is part of a growing list of food products pulled from shelves due to foreign materials. Recently, Nestlé also recalled some Stouffer’s and Lean Cuisine frozen meals over concerns of “wood-like” fragments in the food.
Consumers can visit the FDA’s website for details and a list of affected UPC codes.
If you live in Illinois or Wisconsin and recently purchased Coca-Cola Classic 12-packs, check your fridge before taking a sip.
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