This week’s recalls include a mislabeled no-sugar soda that may contain sugar, ground cinnamon pulled for elevated lead levels, cheese linked to an E. coli outbreak that has hospitalized eight people, and jarred peppers recalled for possible pest contamination.
Take a look below, and don’t eat anything that matches the recall details. This article provides an overview; for more information, refer to the agency notices linked below.
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“Zero Sugar” Soda Recalled Over Undeclared Sugar
Admiral Beverage Corporation recalled 12-packs of 7UP Tropical beverage on August 20 after discovering that cans labeled as 7UP Tropical Zero Sugar contained the full-sugar version of the soda. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) classified the recall as Class II on September 29, meaning the product may cause temporary or medically reversible health effects.
The mislabeling is a particular concern for people with diabetes or anyone closely monitoring their sugar intake. No illnesses have been reported to date.
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Product: 7UP Tropical beverage, 12-ounce cans in a 12-pack wrap
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Best-by date: March 17, 2027
The FDA reported that 3,240 cases (77,760 cans) of the product were distributed to Utah. Admiral Beverage Corporation notified distributors by email but did not issue a public recall notice.
If you have a 12-pack matching the lot code and best-by date above, don’t drink it if you need or expect a zero-sugar beverage. Check with your retailer about returning it, since the company hasn’t publicly specified refund instructions.
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Ground Cinnamon Recalled Over Elevated Lead
On September 24, Galil Importing Corp. recalled its Lior Cinnamon Ground Seasoning after the Maryland Department of Health found elevated lead levels. Short-term exposure to low levels of lead may not cause noticeable symptoms. However, children are particularly vulnerable to lead exposure, which can damage the brain and nervous system. No illnesses have been reported to date.
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Product: Lior Cinnamon Ground Seasoning, 90-gram container
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Distributed: Between November 18, 2025, and September 7, 2026
The cinnamon was sold at retail stores, grocery stores, delis, and supermarkets in New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Texas, Florida, and Illinois.
If you have a container matching the UPC and lot code above, don’t eat it. Discard it or return it to the place of purchase for a refund. Questions can be directed to Galil Importing Corp. at 516-496-7400, Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET.
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Cheese Recalled Over E. Coli Outbreak
On September 24, Sierra Nevada Cheese Company recalled several varieties of its Graziers Raw Milk Cheese amid an ongoing E. coli O26:H11 outbreak. As of September 25, 13 people across nine states have been sickened. Eight were hospitalized, including three who developed hemolytic uremic syndrome, a serious complication that can cause kidney failure. No deaths have been reported. More than half of those sickened are children age 5 or younger.
The FDA says investigators have not identified a specific lot, date code, or production date, so the company recalled all Graziers Raw Milk Cheese currently in distribution.
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Products: Monterey Jack, Jalapeño Jack, Medium Cheddar, and Sharp Cheddar, sold in 8-ounce squares, 16-ounce bricks, 5-pound loaves, and 40-pound blocks
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UPC: See the FDA recall notice for the full list.
E. coli infection can cause severe stomach cramps, diarrhea, and vomiting. Symptoms may appear quickly, but on average, three to four days after exposure, according to the World Health Organization.
If you have any of these products, don’t eat them. Throw them away or return them to the place of purchase for a refund. If you’re concerned about illness, contact a healthcare provider.
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Jarred Peppers Recalled Over Possible Pest Contamination
G.L. Mezzetta Inc. recalled its Golden Greek Peperoncini Medium Heat on September 26 after receiving a consumer report of a potential pest contaminant in a jar. The company said no illnesses or injuries have been reported to date, and the recall is limited to a single lot.
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Product: Golden Greek Peperoncini Medium Heat, 32-ounce jar
Mezzetta hasn’t publicly specified which states or stores received the affected lot. If you have a jar matching the SKU and lot number above, don’t eat it. Contact Mezzetta at [email protected] for assistance.
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