The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) revealed a voluntary recall by PepsiCo of certain Schweppes Ginger Ale labeled as “sugar-free” and “caffeine-free.” The cans include regular sugar, which may be problematic for people with diabetes or on sugar-restricted diets. The recall includes 233 cases of 7.5-ounce cans shipped to Maryland, Pennsylvania, and West Virginia. The recall was initiated on March 9th, ABC reported
According to the FDA, the concerned products include the code May 20-24 MAY20240520VS02164 – MAY20240550VS02164.
Following an internal inquiry by PepsiCo, the company decided to take action after discovering items labeled “zero sugar” but, according to the FDA, actually contained “full sugar.”
The status of removing the recalled soda from retailer shelves remains uncertain.
As of now, no injuries or deaths have been reported, and the recall procedure is still ongoing.
In January, Quaker Oats, a division of PepsiCo, recalled Quaker Chewy Granola Bars, Cap’n Crunch Bars, and select Cap’n Crunch cereals and oatmeal, Quaker Chewy Granola Breakfast cereals and Quaker Oatmeal Squares, Gamesa Marias Cereal, Gatorade Peanut Butter Chocolate Protein Bars, and Munchies Munch Mix.
The recall did not include Quaker Oats, Quaker Instant Oats, Quaker Grits, Quaker Oat Bran, Quaker Oat Flour, and Quaker Rice Snacks.
On its website, the company listed the recalled products and provided an option to request reimbursement, The New York Times reported.
