Urgent recall issued—popular products pulled from shelves over serious risks
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Product recalls can be unsettling, especially when they involve everyday items people trust and consume regularly.
What started as routine quality checks quickly uncovered potential health risks, leading to urgent action from manufacturers and regulators.
As authorities investigate the extent of the issue, consumers are being urged to check their homes for affected products.
Several herb and spice grinders were recalled due to concerns they may contain foreign matter.
Rex Imports Australia Pty Ltd issued a recall for six of its Cape Herb & Spice Grinders: Sweet and Smoky BBQ seasoning, Atlantic Sea Salt, Extra Bold Peppercorn, Chilli and Garlic Seasoning, Himalayan Pink Salt, and Salt and Pepper.
The products were sold in independent retailers, including IGA, across NSW, QLD, VIC, and WA.
Food Standards Australia New Zealand (FSANZ) warned the grinders may contain plastic.
‘Food products containing plastic may cause injury if consumed,’ FSANZ stated.
‘Consumers should not eat this product.’
People who purchased any of the recalled items were advised to return them to the place of purchase for a full refund.
Further details are available on the FSANZ website, or consumers can contact Rex Imports Australia via email at [email protected].
The recall of Cape Herb & Spice Grinders due to contamination concerns was quickly followed by a similar safety alert, where beverages were pulled from shelves over high chlorate levels.
Coca-Cola issued a recall for several products, including Coca‑Cola, Sprite, Fanta, Fuze Tea, Minute Maid, Nalu, Royal Bliss, and Tropico, in cans and refillable glass bottles.
The affected drinks were found to have ‘higher levels’ of chlorate, a chemical derived from chlorine disinfectants.
Chlorate exposure has been associated with serious health risks, including potential effects on thyroid gland function in children.
The thyroid plays a crucial role in metabolism, heart rate, and blood pressure regulation.
The recall applied to products in Belgium and Luxembourg with production codes ranging from 328 GE to 338 GE.
‘Coca‑Cola Europacific Partners Belgium asks consumers not to consume these products and to return the affected products with these codes to the point of sale for a refund,’ the company said in a statement.
‘We apologise to both our consumers and our commercial partners.’
A company spokesperson told the BBC that independent analysis determined the risk to consumers was ‘very low’.
Australian-made and sold products were not impacted by the recall, a spokesperson confirmed.
The issue was detected during a routine quality check of the beverages.
The recall came amid growing discussion on social media about mixing Diet Coke with a pre-made energy shake.
Watch the video below.
‘Let’s get real – if your “protein” comes from a pre-made shake, you’re likely getting more calories from sugar than from protein itself,’ Dr Zac Turner, a biomedical scientist and doctor, shared.
‘The average ready-to-go protein drink can sneak in a lot of filler, meaning that creamy shot into your Diet Coke may end up countering your sugar-free intentions.’
For those interested in trying the combination, Dr Turner recommended using a clean, high-quality whey isolate with minimal sugar.
‘It’s not likely to taste as fun or blend as easily but whey isolate packs a pure protein punch, so you’d actually get the benefits you’re after without accidentally turning your “diet” drink into a dessert,’ he explained.
Have you checked your pantry or fridge for any of these affected items? Have you had any similar experiences with unexpected product alerts?
Let us know in the comments.
What started as routine quality checks quickly uncovered potential health risks, leading to urgent action from manufacturers and regulators.
As authorities investigate the extent of the issue, consumers are being urged to check their homes for affected products.
Several herb and spice grinders were recalled due to concerns they may contain foreign matter.
Rex Imports Australia Pty Ltd issued a recall for six of its Cape Herb & Spice Grinders: Sweet and Smoky BBQ seasoning, Atlantic Sea Salt, Extra Bold Peppercorn, Chilli and Garlic Seasoning, Himalayan Pink Salt, and Salt and Pepper.
The products were sold in independent retailers, including IGA, across NSW, QLD, VIC, and WA.
Cape Herb & Spice Grinders recalled over contamination concerns. Image source: Food Standards Australia New Zealand
Food Standards Australia New Zealand (FSANZ) warned the grinders may contain plastic.
‘Food products containing plastic may cause injury if consumed,’ FSANZ stated.
‘Consumers should not eat this product.’
People who purchased any of the recalled items were advised to return them to the place of purchase for a full refund.
Further details are available on the FSANZ website, or consumers can contact Rex Imports Australia via email at [email protected].
The recall of Cape Herb & Spice Grinders due to contamination concerns was quickly followed by a similar safety alert, where beverages were pulled from shelves over high chlorate levels.
Coca-Cola issued a recall for several products, including Coca‑Cola, Sprite, Fanta, Fuze Tea, Minute Maid, Nalu, Royal Bliss, and Tropico, in cans and refillable glass bottles.
The affected drinks were found to have ‘higher levels’ of chlorate, a chemical derived from chlorine disinfectants.
Chlorate exposure has been associated with serious health risks, including potential effects on thyroid gland function in children.
The thyroid plays a crucial role in metabolism, heart rate, and blood pressure regulation.
The recall applied to products in Belgium and Luxembourg with production codes ranging from 328 GE to 338 GE.
‘Coca‑Cola Europacific Partners Belgium asks consumers not to consume these products and to return the affected products with these codes to the point of sale for a refund,’ the company said in a statement.
‘We apologise to both our consumers and our commercial partners.’
A company spokesperson told the BBC that independent analysis determined the risk to consumers was ‘very low’.
Australian-made and sold products were not impacted by the recall, a spokesperson confirmed.
The issue was detected during a routine quality check of the beverages.
The recall came amid growing discussion on social media about mixing Diet Coke with a pre-made energy shake.
A Utah-based content creator popularised the trend, calling the drink ‘a 10/10’ in a viral video that gained over 2.6 million views. Watch the video below.
‘Let’s get real – if your “protein” comes from a pre-made shake, you’re likely getting more calories from sugar than from protein itself,’ Dr Zac Turner, a biomedical scientist and doctor, shared.
‘The average ready-to-go protein drink can sneak in a lot of filler, meaning that creamy shot into your Diet Coke may end up countering your sugar-free intentions.’
For those interested in trying the combination, Dr Turner recommended using a clean, high-quality whey isolate with minimal sugar.
‘It’s not likely to taste as fun or blend as easily but whey isolate packs a pure protein punch, so you’d actually get the benefits you’re after without accidentally turning your “diet” drink into a dessert,’ he explained.
Have you checked your pantry or fridge for any of these affected items? Have you had any similar experiences with unexpected product alerts?
Let us know in the comments.
