Diet Pepsi 6-Packs Recalled for Incorrect Aspartame-Free Labeling
Pepsi Cola Bottling Company is recalling Diet Pepsi 6-packs because the outer packaging incorrectly states the product is 'Now Aspartame Free' when it actually contains aspartame.
What this means for you
Minor labeling or packaging issue, or a voluntary precautionary recall. Risk of harm is low but real — follow the manufacturer's instructions.
Our severity reasoning: The recall is classified as FDA Class III, which the rubric defines as unlikely to cause adverse health consequences. The hazard is a minor labeling error regarding an ingredient declaration, fitting the 'Moderate' criteria for minor labeling errors.
Plain-English summary
Pepsi Cola Bottling Company is recalling 167 cases of Diet Pepsi 6-packs (16 oz bottles) due to a labeling error. The outer shrink-wrap packaging for these 6-packs incorrectly displays the text 'Now Aspartame Free.' However, the individual 16 oz bottles within the pack contain aspartame, which is correctly declared in the ingredient statements on the bottles themselves.
The affected product is identified by the production code ttttPS031481, where the time code starts at 0647 and ends approximately at 0730. The best taste date code on all packages is JUN 18 18. The incorrect secondary package bears the UPC 012000100413. The recall covers distribution in Delaware, Maryland, Virginia, and North Carolina, as well as nationwide distribution.
Consumers should check their Diet Pepsi 6-packs for the 'Now Aspartame Free' declaration on the outer wrapping. If the product matches the description and codes listed above, consumers should stop using the product and contact Pepsi Cola Bottling Company for further instructions.
The recalled product
- Product
- Diet Pepsi; NOW ASPARTAME FREE; 6 PACK; 16 OZ BOTTLES; 6-16 FLOZ BOTTLES (96 FL OZ)
- Manufacturer
- Pepsi Cola Bottling Company
- Category
- Food — Beverages
- Hazard
- Affected units
- 167
Distribution
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