
Coca-Cola Recalls Drinks in Europe Over Safety Concerns
Coca-Cola recently announced a product recall in parts of Europe after discovering higher-than-allowed levels of chlorate, a chemical commonly derived from chlorine-based disinfectants used in water treatment. The recall impacts several countries, including Belgium, Luxembourg, and the Netherlands, with smaller shipments also sent to Britain. Affected products include popular brands such as Coke, Fanta, Sprite, Tropico, and Minute Maid.
The elevated chlorate levels were detected during routine testing at a Coca-Cola production facility in Ghent, Belgium. While the company emphasized that the associated risks to consumers are minimal, it took immediate action to remove unsold products from shelves and alert relevant authorities. Affected cans in Britain include specific batches of Appletiser, Coca-Cola Original Taste, Coca-Cola Zero Sugar, Diet Coke, and Sprite Zero, identifiable by production codes ranging from 328 GE to 338 GE, located at the base of the cans.
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Exposure to high levels of chlorate can pose health risks, especially to vulnerable groups like children and infants. The chemical can potentially interfere with thyroid function and, in excessive amounts, cause nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, or reduced oxygen absorption in the blood. Nutrition experts, such as Caron Grazette, have raised concerns about even trace amounts of chemicals like chlorate in food and beverages. This issue underscores the need for greater scrutiny in production processes.
Coca-Cola assured the public that it had not received any consumer complaints in Britain and reiterated its commitment to product quality and safety. Anne Gravett from the UK’s Food Standards Agency stated that investigations are ongoing, and any unsafe products identified will be promptly removed from the market.
The company continues to cooperate with regulators to resolve the situation, emphasizing that the majority of the unsold products have already been withdrawn. As a trusted global brand, Coca-Cola is facing the challenge of maintaining consumer confidence while addressing these safety concerns.
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