The Recall Desk
ModerateFDA (Food)·F-1963-2018·Announced 2018-09-19

Califia Farms Mocha Cold Brew Coffee Recalled for Cleaning Chemical Contamination

Califia Farms is recalling 48 fl. oz. Mocha Cold Brew Coffee with Almond Milk due to a process deviation that may have introduced cleaning chemicals into the product.

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, which typically involves a low probability of serious adverse health consequences. The hazard is a potential chemical contamination from a process deviation, but no specific illnesses or injuries are reported in the source text, fitting the criteria for a moderate severity score.

Plain-English summary

Califia Farms LLC is recalling 24,507 cases of 48 fl. oz. plastic bottles of 100% Arabica Coffee; Mocha Cold Brew Coffee with Almond Milk. The recall was initiated because a process deviation occurred during the cleaning of the pasteurizer, which created the potential for cleaning chemicals to be introduced into the product.

The affected product is distributed in the United States and Canada. Specific lot codes for the USA are 20221018444 and 20221018445, with a use-by date of 11/09/2018. For Canada, the lot code is 20221018343 with a use-by date of 18 NO 09. The product is identified by UPC 852909003503 in the USA and 813636020584 in Canada.

Consumers who have purchased this product should check their inventory for the specific lot codes and dates listed above. If they have the affected product, they should stop using it and contact the recalling firm for further instructions or a refund.

The recalled product

Product
Califia Farms 100% Arabica Coffee; Mocha Cold Brew Coffee with Almond Milk 48 fl. oz. plastic bottle. Dairy Free UPC: 852909003503 - USA 813636020584 (Canada) Distributed by Califia Farms, LLC, Los Angeles, CA
Manufacturer
Califia Farms LLC
Category
Food — Beverages
Hazard
Affected units
24,507

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 (4)

  • 20221018444 (USA)
  • 20221018445 (USA)
  • 20221018343 (Canada) 11/09/2018 (USA)
  • 18 NO 09 (Canada)

Distribution

Distribution scope not specified by the agency.

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