Oak Cliff Beverage Works (OCBW) has announced a voluntary recall of over 16,000 units of Beverage Base Lemonade due to the undeclared food additive Yellow 5. This synthetic dye, linked to health risks including hyperactivity in children and possible carcinogens like benzidine, was not listed in the ingredients. The FDA classified this recall as Class II, indicating a remote health risk. Cans affected have specific best-by dates and were sold in multiple states. Despite FDA approval at standard levels, Yellow 5 is a known allergen and is banned in Europe.
The FDA classified the recall as a Class II risk level, indicating a remote probability of adverse health consequences from the contaminated products.
OCBW noted the cans were sold primarily in states including Arkansas, California, and Texas, but issued no formal announcement regarding the recall.
Yellow 5, while deemed safe at standard levels, has health risk concerns including potential hyperactivity in children and allergic reactions.
The product recall included specific best-by dates for the Beverage Base Lemonade, highlighting the compliance issues regarding the undeclared presence of Yellow 5.
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