Popular Beverage Recall Impacts CT Over Salmonella Concerns

Connecticut is among the states affected by a nationwide recall involving boba, matcha and other specialty beverage products over possible salmonella contamination, according to federal officials.

California-based SKS Copack announced the recall involving various products sold under the Angel Specialty Products, Royal Gold, Boba Time, Fanale and Denda brands.

The products were distributed to cafes, restaurants and through direct delivery in Connecticut and more than 20 other states, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.

Affected products include certain matcha green tea, taro, caramel latte, coconut powder, milk tea, horchata, smoothie and cappuccino mixes, among others. The recalled items can be identified using lot codes stamped on the back of the packaging.

No illnesses had been reported as of Friday, according to the recall notice.

The company said the recall was initiated after a supplier notified SKS Copack about a voluntary recall involving nonfat dry milk powder that tested positive for salmonella during routine testing.

Salmonella can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, older adults and people with weakened immune systems, according to the FDA. Symptoms can include fever, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting and abdominal pain.

Consumers who purchased the affected products are being urged to return them to the place of purchase for a full refund.

The full recall list and affected lot numbers are available through the FDA recall notice.