Starbucks Recalls Frappuccino Drinks Due to Glass Contamination
Over 25,000 Cases Affected
Starbucks and its distributor, PepsiCo, have issued a recall for over 25,000 cases of their bottled Frappuccino Vanilla Chilled Coffee Drink after discovering the presence of glass fragments in some of the bottles.
Recalled Products
The following products are affected by the recall:
- 13-ounce bottles of Starbucks Frappuccino Vanilla Chilled Coffee Drink with the following expiration dates: March 8, 2023 through May 14, 2023
- 306,713 cases (total) of the recalled product were distributed across the United States
Health Risks
Consumers who have purchased the recalled product are urged to discard it immediately. Ingesting glass fragments can cause serious injury to the mouth, throat, and digestive system.
Consumer Actions
Customers who have purchased the recalled product should contact Starbucks Customer Service at 1-800-782-7282 or visit https://www.starbucks.com/recalls for more information and instructions on obtaining a refund.
Investigation and Corrective Measures
Starbucks and PepsiCo are investigating the cause of the contamination and have implemented additional quality control measures to prevent future incidents. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is also monitoring the recall and providing assistance as needed.
Consumers are reminded to check the expiration dates of food and beverage products before consuming them and to report any suspected contamination to the appropriate authorities.
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