Popular Boba and Cafe Chains Affected by Nationwide Beverage Mix Recall Over Salmonella Concerns
Your daily boba or morning matcha latte might be harboring an unwelcome guest. SKS Copack, a California-based food and beverage manufacturer, has issued a voluntary beverage mix recall for a wide range of its specialty drink powders due to potential Salmonella contamination.
According to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the issue stems back to an ingredient supplier, California Dairies, which discovered Salmonella during routine testing of its low-heat nonfat dry milk powder. While no illnesses have been reported so far, the recall affects massive cafe staples distributed across 25 states, including California, New York, Texas, Florida, and Utah.
Is Your Favorite Drink Powder on the List?
The beverage mix recall spans several popular brands found in local cafes, restaurants, and direct-to-consumer shipments. If you have any of the following products at home or in your business, check the labels immediately:
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Angel Specialty Products: Matcha Green Tea, Taro, Caramel Latte, Milk Tea, White Chocolate, and Vanilla Smoothie Bases.
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Royal Gold: Dutch Mocha Cappuccino and French Vanilla Cappuccino.
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Boba Time: Coconut and Pistachio Powders.
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Fanale: Ube Taro.
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Denda: Milk Ice Cream Mix.
The Hidden Dangers of Salmonella
While healthy individuals may only experience short-term symptoms, Salmonella is nothing to scoff at. It can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, the elderly, and anyone with a compromised immune system.
Symptoms to Watch For:
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Fever and chills
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Severe diarrhea and vomiting
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Abdominal cramps
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In rare cases, the infection can enter the bloodstream, causing more severe conditions like arterial infections or arthritis.
What to Do Next: Refunds and Contact Info
SKS Copack has immediately halted the sale and distribution of all affected products. If you have purchased any of these items, do not consume them. Instead, return them to the place of purchase for a full refund.
For any questions, concerns, or to verify if your batch is part of the beverage mix recall, you can reach out directly to the SKS Copack Customer Service line at (562) 404-8158. Stay safe and double-check your powder tubs before your next blend!
