Coca-Cola Zero Recalled for Off Odor and Taste
Coca-Cola Refreshments is recalling 20 fl. oz. Coca-Cola Zero bottles in Missouri, Iowa, and Illinois due to off odor and taste caused by low levels of ammonium salts.
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 II and involves a quality defect (off odor/taste) without reported illnesses or injuries, fitting the criteria for a moderate severity voluntary precautionary recall.
Plain-English summary
Coca-Cola Refreshments, USA Inc. is recalling 1,000 cases of 20 fl. oz. Coca-Cola Zero. The affected product was distributed in Missouri, Iowa, and Illinois. The recall is due to the presence of low levels of ammonium salts, which may cause the beverage to exhibit an off odor and off taste.
The specific product involved is identified by UPC 49000 04086 and Optimum Taste Code AUG062 SLA 12:52-13:44. The agency has classified this recall as Class II.
Consumers who have purchased the affected product should check their bottles for the specific UPC and Optimum Taste Code listed above. If the codes match, consumers should stop using the product and contact the manufacturer for further instructions.
The recalled product
- Product
- Coca Cola Zero, 20 fl. oz., The Coca Cola Company.
- Manufacturer
- Coca-Cola Refreshments, USA Inc.
- Category
- Food — Beverages
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 (3)
- UPC 49000 04086
- Optimum Taste Code
- AUG062 SLA 12:52-13:44
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