A company has voluntarily recalled a batch of coffee concentrate due to missing nutrition and ingredient labels.
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has classified this recall as Class III, indicating that the product’s violation of the law is unlikely to cause adverse health effects.
Class II recalls are for products that may have temporary health effects or low chances of serious impacts, while Class I is reserved for potentially life-threatening situations.
The recall impacts 321 cases with 3,852 bottles distributed via Amazon in the U.S. The FDA issues recalls for unlabelled items to protect consumers, especially those with allergies or dietary restrictions.
The FDA oversees the safety and labeling of all food products within the U.S., including home-produced and imported items. Laws such as the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act ensure proper regulation.
Recalling products without labels or lists can be due to human errors during packaging or shortages of labels.
In response to suspected salmonella outbreaks from cucumbers, the CDC reported 68 hospitalizations and warned of potential unreported cases in multiple states.
The CDC advised individuals to avoid recalled cucumbers, wash affected items thoroughly, and seek medical attention if experiencing severe symptoms.