Specialty drinks recalled in 25 states over possible salmonella contamination
SKS Copack, maker of popular specialty drinks including fruit cr̬me mixes made with real fruit powders and Green Tea frappes, has recalled a wide range of their specialty beverage powders and drink mixes distributed across 25 states Рafter federal health officials warned the products could be contaminated with Salmonella.
The recall, published by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration on May 23, affects powdered beverage products sold under the Angel Specialty Products, Royal Gold, Boba Time, Fanale and Denda brands. The products were distributed to cafés, restaurants and consumers in states including:
The recalled products were distributed to cafés, restaurants and consumers in 25 states:
- California
- Utah
- Idaho
- New York
- New Jersey
- Arizona
- Pennsylvania
- North Carolina
- Texas
- Ohio
- Louisiana
- Georgia
- Florida
- Illinois
- Oklahoma
- Massachusetts
- Washington
- Oregon
- Wisconsin
- Nevada
- Virginia
- Connecticut
- Tennessee
- Kentucky
- Minnesota
Affected items include popular drink bases and mixes such as matcha green tea, milk tea, taro powder, caramel latte and cappuccino blends commonly used in bubble tea shops and specialty cafés.
According to the FDA, the recall was triggered after SKS Copack learned that a supplier, California Dairies, Inc., had voluntarily recalled a lot of nonfat dry milk powder following routine testing that reportedly detected Salmonella contamination. SKS Copack said remaining inventory tied to the ingredient was quarantined and distribution of the recalled products has stopped.
No illnesses had been reported as of May 24.
Salmonella infections can cause fever, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting and abdominal pain. In severe cases — particularly among young children, elderly adults and people with weakened immune systems — the bacteria can lead to hospitalization or potentially life-threatening complications.
Consumers are urged to check lot codes stamped on product packaging and either discard affected products or return them for a full refund.
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(Sources: FDA, Yahoo! News, Newsweek, MSN)
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