Coco-Cola Europacific Partners Soft Drinks recalled due to elevated levels of Chlorate

United Kingdom

Coco-Cola Europacific Partners is taking the precautionary step of recalling a small number of their soft drinks range because they may contain elevated levels of Chlorate. This products are recalled in England, Scotland and Wales

This product may contain elevated chlorate levels, posing a low food safety risk for most consumers. However, sensitive individuals, including young children and those with thyroid, blood, or kidney conditions, may experience adverse effects. Long-term consumption can inhibit iodine uptake, potentially causing goitre, while a single high intake may impair oxygen absorption and, in severe cases, lead to kidney failure.

Affected Products:

Appletiser 100% Apple Juice Gently Sparkling (6 x 250ml multipack)
- Batch Codes: 0008905850, 0008908477
- Best Before: 30 Nov 2025, 31 Dec 2025

Coca-Cola (330ml tall can)
- Batch Code: 0008912462
- Best Before: 30 Nov 2025

Diet Coke (330ml tall can)
- Batch Code: 0008913820
- Best Before: 31 May 2025

Coca-Cola Zero (330ml tall can)
- Batch Code: 0008913954
- Best Before: 31 May 2025

Sprite Zero (330ml tall can)
- Batch Code: 0008913247
- Best Before: 30 June 2025

Only cans with production codes 328 GE to 338 GE are affected. Standard dimension cans, all glass and plastic bottles sold in the UK are not impacted.

Consumers are advised to not consume the product and to return them to where they purchased it.

Company name: Coca-Cola Europacific Partners
Product recalled: Appletiser 100% Apple Juice Gently Sparkling, Coca-Cola, Diet Coke, Coca Cola Zero, Sprite Zero
FSA Recall date: 01/28/2025

Source: www.food.gov.uk/news-alerts/alert/fsa-prin-06-2025