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American Beverage Corp
Recall #F-0206-2014 · Initiated 2012-05-15
Plain-language summary
by FoodRecallsDB.infoWhat happened
American Beverage Corp is recalling Big Hug Lemonade Fruit Drink in 16 oz bottles because the nozzle cap can come loose if chewed excessively, potentially creating a choking hazard. The affected bottles were produced before September 2011, and the company does not expect to find any of these products still in stores.
Who is at risk
Young children who chew on bottle caps are most at risk.
What to do
If you have one of these bottles, stop using it and dispose of it safely. Check your home for Big Hug Lemonade bottles with the problematic cap design, especially if you have young children. Contact the manufacturer or the FDA if you have questions about whether your bottle is affected.
Product
Big Hug Lemonade Fruit Drink in a 16 oz plastic bottle with a sports cap, American Beverage Corp., Verona PA.
Reason for recall
There is a possibility that a part of the nozzle cap of the bottle can become dislodged through abuse (i.e. excessive chewing) then possibly ingested, and posing a potential health/safety hazard. The cap in question is no longer used by ABC and was last produced in September of 2011. Firm does not anticipate finding any impacted product in the market.
Quantity affected
250,000 cases-total for all products
Distribution
Nationwide.
Lot / code info
Products bearing a "best buy" or "expiration date" earlier than 09/24/12 ONLY: UPC- 074806001639
Voluntary / mandated
Voluntary: Firm initiated
Initial notification
Two or more of the following: Email, Fax, Letter, Press Release, Telephone, Visit
Terminated
2014-05-15
Recalling firm
American Beverage Corp
One Daily Way
Verona, PA 15147-1135
United States
Recall classification
Remote probability of serious adverse health consequences, or temporary reversible consequences.
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