Coca-Cola has recalled over 13,000 cases of Minute Maid Zero Sugar Lemonade after it was discovered that the cans were improperly labeled and contained regular lemonade with full sugar content.
According to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the affected product contains 40 grams of sugar per serving, in contrast to the zero-sugar formulation that contains only 5 calories and no sugar.
The recall, which was voluntarily issued by Coca-Cola in September, affects approximately 13,152 cases, each containing 12 cartons of 12-ounce cans. The mislabeled lemonade was distributed to retail stores in Indiana, Kentucky, and Ohio. Specific carton codes for the affected products are FEB1725CNA and FEB1725CNB, with the UPC code being 0 25000 12115 9.
The FDA has classified the recall as Class II, indicating a health hazard situation where the probability of adverse health consequences from using the product is considered remote. Coca-Cola representatives confirmed that all recalled products have been removed from the market and that recall activities have been completed in the affected regions.
Customers who purchased the mislabeled lemonade are advised to either discard it or return it to the place of purchase for a refund.
Coca-Cola has stated that “no impacted product remains in the market,” and the company is cooperating with regulatory authorities. Consumers are encouraged to check the packaging for the specified codes to ensure they do not have the recalled items.
