PepsiCo – Lipton Recalls
PepsiCo has announced a recall of more than 34,000 bottles of Lipton Iced Tea because of a labeling error that could affect consumers who monitor their sugar intake.
What Went Wrong
The recall was triggered after bottles packaged as Lipton Green Tea Citrus were mislabeled. Inside the 12-pack containers, the bottles are printed as Lipton Diet Green Tea Mixed Berry. This error means the nutrition information on the bottle does not match what is inside.
- Diet label shows 0 grams sugar
- Actual product contains 25 grams sugar
- FDA classified this as a Class II recall
States Where the Recalled Tea Was Distributed
The recalled tea bottles were shipped to the following states:
- Arizona
- Colorado
- New Mexico
- Utah
- Texas
- Kansas
- Nebraska
- Oklahoma
- Wyoming
- South Dakota
How to Identify the Affected Bottles
- Sell-By Date: Dec. 1, 2025
- Code: HHMM DW 08035
- Package: 12-pack cartons (24 bottles per case)
What You Should Do
If you purchased Lipton Green Tea Citrus recently, check the product details.
- If you track sugar intake due to conditions like diabetes, do not drink the mislabeled bottles.
- You can return the product to the retailer for a full refund.
- For more help, you can contact the FDA Complaint Coordinator in your area.
Related: For another recent recall story, see our post on the Aldi product allergen alert.
Key Points at a Glance
⚠️ Quick Recall Facts
- Over 34,000 bottles recalled nationwide.
- Mislabeled as Diet Green Tea but contains 25g sugar.
- Affects 10 U.S. states.
- Refunds and replacements available at the point of purchase.
Why This Recall Matters
Mislabeling may not make the drink unsafe for everyone, but for consumers with diabetes or those who carefully monitor their sugar intake, this could be a serious health issue. PepsiCo and the FDA advise all affected customers to double-check their bottles and return them if needed.
Article Credit: For full details, see the EatingWell article on Lipton recalls.
