Schweppes Australia P/L has recalled Schweppes Lemon Lime & Bitters in ACT, NSW and QLD from Coles, Woolworths, Aldi, IGA and many other smaller retailers including take-away stores, liquor stores and service stations due to quinine contamination, and therefore not declared on the label. Quinine an ingredient used in tonic water. Consumers who have a quinine sensitivity should not consume this product and may have a reaction if the product is consumed. The products can be returned to the place of purchase for a full refund.
Date notified to FSANZ
27/06/2014
Food type
Soft drink
Product name
Schweppes Lemon Lime & Bitters
Package description and size
• 300ml x 4 glass bottles
• 1.25L PET (plastic) bottles
Date marking
• 300ml - Best Before 25 Mar 15 and 26 Mar 15
• 1.25L - Best Before 23 Oct 14
Country of origin
Australia
Reason for recall
Quinine contamination, therefore quinine is not declared on the label. Quinine is an ingredient used in tonic water.
Distribution
Coles, Woolworths, Aldi, IGA and many other smaller retailers including take-away stores, liquor stores, and service stations in ACT, NSW and QLD only
Consumer advice
Consumers who have a quinine sensitivity should not consume this product and may have a reaction if the product is consumed. The products can be returned to the place of purchase for a full refund.
Contact
Schweppes Australia P/L
1800 244 054