PepsiCo Issues Recall for Schweppes Ginger Ale Over Sugar Content

PepsiCo Inc. issued a voluntary recall for its popular Schweppes Zero Sugar Ginger Ale beverage. The company said it has recalled more than 300 cases of the said drink.

According to USA Today, PepsiCo started the recall last month, and is still ongoing. The beverage and snack manufacturer shared that the affected batch of Schweppes Zero Sugar Ginger Ale was mainly shipped to three U.S. states: West Virginia, Pennsylvania, and Maryland.

Wrong Info on the Label

PepsiCo revealed it carried out an internal probe to address the issue involving cases of Schweppes Ginger Ale that were supposed to have no sugar content. These were packed in cans labeled “Zero Sugar,” but after checking, the company found them to contain “full sugar.”

Based on the outcome of its own investigation, PepsiCo immediately recalled the affected Schweppes Ginger Ale, as it can be harmful to individuals who are watching their sugar for various reasons, such as medical or dietary. With the recall, the company advised the customers to check the label before drinking.

Remedy and Description of the Recalled Ale Drink

Simply Recipes reported that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration said the recalled cases of Schweppes Zero Sugar Ginger Ale may be dangerous for consumption for those with medical conditions such as diabetes. Fortunately, the agency has not received any report of illnesses or injuries related to the recall.

Meanwhile, the recalled Schweppes Zero Sugar Ginger Ale cases are in 7.5-ounce cans and labeled caffeine-free. The products bear the product codes: May 20 24 MAY20240520VS02164 - MAY20240550VS02164, with recall No. F-1120-2024.

These drinks must be discarded or returned to where they were purchased for refunds. Customers must be observant as the products may still be in stores despite the recall order.

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