# Major Recall Alert: Specialty Beverages Recalled Due to Salmonella Contamination
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has announced a significant recall involving various specialty beverages from brands like Angel Specialty Products, Royal Gold, Boba Time, Fanale, and Denda. SKS Copack of Cerritos, CA, has issued this recall due to the potential contamination with *Salmonella* – a dangerous organism that poses serious health risks. Here’s what you need to know to keep yourself and your loved ones safe.
## Why This Recall is Important
The *Salmonella* contamination at the heart of this recall is no small concern. This organism can cause severe illnesses, especially in young children, the elderly, and individuals with weakened immune systems. The infection often results in:
- **Diarrhea (which may be bloody)**
- **Fever**
- **Nausea and vomiting**
- **Abdominal pain**
In more extreme cases, *Salmonella* can enter the bloodstream and lead to life-threatening conditions like arterial infections (infected aneurysms), endocarditis, and arthritis. While no illnesses have been officially reported so far, caution is crucial, as the contaminated products were distributed widely across the United States.
## Details of the Recall
### **Recalled Brands and Products**
The recall includes specialty beverages under the following brands:
- Angel Specialty Products
- Royal Gold
- Boba Time
- Fanale
- Denda
### **Reason for Recall**
- Potential contamination with *Salmonella* due to an affected lot of low-heat nonfat dry milk powder sourced from California Dairies, Inc.
- *Salmonella* was detected through routine product testing.
### **States Affected**
The recalled products were distributed in various states, including:
- California (CA), Utah (UT), Idaho (ID), New York (NY), New Jersey (NJ), and Arizona (AZ).
- Pennsylvania (PA), North Carolina (NC), Texas (TX), Ohio (OH), Louisiana (LA), and Georgia (GA).
- Florida (FL), Illinois (IL), Oklahoma (OK), Massachusetts (MA), Washington (WA), Oregon (OR), and Wisconsin (WI).
- Nevada (NV), Virginia (VA), Connecticut (CT), Tennessee (TN), Kentucky (KY), and Minnesota (MN).
### **Key Information**
- Look for the **lot codes stamped on the back of the package** to identify affected items.
- SKS Copack has stopped distributing the beverages and is actively cooperating with the FDA to address this issue.
For official recall details, check the FDA’s announcement [here](https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/sks-copack-recalls-various-specialty-beverages-because-possible-health-risk).
## What You Should Do
If you’ve purchased any of the affected products, take immediate action:
- **Stop using the product**: Do not consume any of the specialty beverages listed under the recall, even if it appears safe.
- **Return the product**: Bring it back to the place of purchase for a **full refund**.
- **Contact the company**: For questions, reach out to SKS Copack at (562) 404-8158 from 8 AM to 4 PM PST, Monday through Friday.
It’s always best to err on the side of caution when it comes to potential foodborne illnesses. Store the necessary contacts and lot number information for future reference.
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Be sure to spread the word about this important specialty beverage recall to your friends and family. Sharing could help prevent serious illnesses. For the latest on this and other safety alerts, bookmark the official FDA recall site [here](https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/sks-copack-recalls-various-specialty-beverages-because-possible-health-risk).
Your health and safety matter — stay informed and take action today!