Drinks Recall Issued For 25 States Over Salmonella Risk
Newsweek • • business
Key Points:
- SKS Copack has issued a nationwide recall of specialty beverage powders, including matcha, taro, milk tea mixes, and cappuccino powders, due to potential salmonella contamination linked to nonfat dry milk powder.
- The recall affects products sold under multiple brand names such as Angel Specialty Products, Royal Gold, Boba Time, Fanale, and Denda, distributed across 25 states including California, New York, Texas, and Florida.
- Salmonella infection can cause symptoms like diarrhea, fever, and abdominal cramps, with severe risks for young children, elderly adults, and immunocompromised individuals; no illnesses were reported at the time of the recall announcement.
- Consumers are advised to check product lot codes, avoid consuming recalled items, and either dispose of them safely or return them for a refund, while seeking medical attention if symptoms of salmonella infection develop.