The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has announced a recall of over 10,000 cans of Coca-Cola Original due to potential plastic contamination. Initiated on March 6, 2025, by Reyes Coca-Cola Bottling, LLC, and classified as a Class II recall by the FDA on March 24, this action affects 864 packs of 12-ounce cans distributed in Illinois and Wisconsin.
Details of the Recall:
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Product Description: Coca-Cola Original 12-ounce cans, packaged in 12-pack cartons.
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UPC Codes:
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Individual cans: 0 49000-00634 6
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12-pack cartons: 0 49000-02890 4
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Date Code: SEP2925MDA
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Time Stamp Range: 1100-1253
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Manufacturing Authority: “Canned Under Authority of the Coca-Cola Company, Atlanta, GA 30313
Consumers who have purchased these products are advised not to consume them. The FDA recommends discarding the affected cans or returning them to the place of purchase for a full refund or replacement. As of now, no injuries or illnesses related to this recall have been reported.
This recall is classified as Class II, indicating that exposure to the product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences, with the probability of serious health issues being remote.
This incident is not isolated. In November 2024, nearly 2,000 cases of Coca-Cola products, including Diet Coke, Fanta Orange, and Sprite, were recalled due to potential foreign material contamination. These products were distributed in Alabama, Florida, and Mississippi.
Consumers with questions or concerns about the current recall are encouraged to contact their retailer directly or visit the FDA’s official recall website for ongoing updates
