Dr. Pepper 24-Pack Cans Recalled for Undeclared Aspartame
Epic Enterprises is recalling Dr. Pepper 24-pack cans in Connecticut, Maine, and Rhode Island because they contain undeclared aspartame.
The agency’s classification
FDA (Food): Class III
Class III is a situation in which use of or exposure to a violative product is not likely to cause adverse health consequences.
This is the agency’s own classification, taken from its notice. The severity score below is our assessment, not the agency’s. How recall classes work
What this means for you
Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 1/5 (Low).
Cosmetic or documentation issue. No expected health impact, but the manufacturer is correcting the affected products.
Our severity reasoning: The FDA classified this recall as Class III, which by definition indicates the product is unlikely to cause adverse health consequences, aligning with the 'Low' severity criteria for minor labeling or documentation issues.
Plain-English summary
Epic Enterprises, Incorporated is recalling 1,703 cases of Dr. Pepper 24-pack cans (12 FL OZ each) due to the presence of undeclared aspartame. The affected product was produced under the authority of Dr. Pepper/Seven Up, Inc. and is identified by a Best Before date of JUN 29 20, Case UPC 078000082104, and Can UPC 07831504.
The recall covers products distributed in Connecticut, Maine, and Rhode Island. Specific lot codes include Case Lot XXXXEA09239CD and Can Lot XXXXEA09239C. The FDA has classified this recall as Class III, indicating that consumption of the product is not likely to cause adverse health consequences.
Consumers with this product should check the packaging for the specific dates and UPC codes listed above. If the product matches the description, consumers should stop using it and follow instructions from the recalling firm or the FDA regarding disposal or return.
The recalled product
- Product
- Dr. Pepper 24 pack of 12 FL OZ Cans (288 FL OZ) in cardboard cases: Produced under the authority of Dr. Pepper/Seven Up, Inc., 5301 Legacy Drive, Plano, TX 75024; Best Before: JUN 29 20; Case UPC: 078000082104; Can UPC: 07831504
- Manufacturer
- Epic Enterprises, Incorporated
- Category
- Food — Beverages
- Affected units
- 1,703
Is your product affected?
Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.
Lot numbers (2)
- Outer wrap Dates: Ship To Satelite 03/09/2020
- Ship To Trade 05/18/2020
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