PepsiCo Issues Recall for Mislabelled Schweppes Ginger Ale Across Multiple States
The recall targets sugar-free Schweppes Ginger Ale that mistakenly contains full sugar, posing risks for those on sugar-restricted diets.
- PepsiCo has recalled 233 cases of 7.5-ounce cans of Schweppes Ginger Ale labeled as 'sugar-free' which actually contain sugar.
- The affected products were distributed in Maryland, Pennsylvania, and West Virginia, with ongoing efforts to ascertain if they have been removed from shelves.
- The recall was initiated on March 9 following an internal investigation by PepsiCo that discovered the labeling error.
- No injuries or fatalities have been reported in connection with the recall so far.
- The FDA has classified the recall as a Class II, indicating potential temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences.