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7Up recalled after thousands of cans found packed with unexpected ingredient

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Weiss, A. (2026, October 1). 7Up recalled after thousands of cans found packed with unexpected ingredient. New York Post. https://nypost.com/2026/10/01/lifestyle/7up-zero-recalled-after-thousands-of-cans-found-packed-with-sugar/

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New York Post · collected 2026-10-01 · by Aurielle Weiss

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In August, Utah-based Admiral Beverage Corporation initiated a voluntary recall of over 77,700 cans of 7Up Tropical Zero Sugar after discovering that some cans contained regular sugar despite the label. On September 29, the FDA categorized this as a Class II event. The recalled items are 12-ounce cans in 12-pack cases with UPC code 0 78000 03798 2 and Lot Code UT06176, best-by date March 17, 2027. Keurig Dr Pepper, the parent company of 7Up, stated that this action was taken out of caution to ensure product safety. Consumers are advised to dispose of or return any affected cans and contact the Consumer Care team for further assistance.
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Over 77,700 cans of 7Up Zero Sugar were voluntarily recalled by Utah-based Admiral Beverage Corporation after being found to contain sugar instead of being sugar-free. The recall was categorized as a Class II event by the FDA on September 29, indicating a mid-level probability for serious adverse health consequences. These impacted items are 12-ounce cans in 12-pack cases with UPC code 0 78000 03798 2 and Lot Code/Batch Code: UT06176, which have a best-by date of March 17, 2027. Keurig Dr Pepper, the parent company of 7Up, initiated this recall to address concerns for consumers who expected sugar-free soda but received full-sugar versions instead.

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📰 7Up Recall Due To Contamination
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FDA ORG · 4× Utah GPE · 3× Keurig Dr Pepper ORG · 2× USA TODAY ORG · 2× Admiral Beverage Corporation ORG · 1× Dr Pepper ORG · 1× Keurig ORG · 1× the Food and Drug Administration ORG · 1×

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The voluntary recall was initiated by Utah-based Admiral Beverage Corporation — an independent beverage distributor — back in Aug. However, just days ago on Sept. 29, FDA categorized the recall as a Class II event — which means the probability for serious adverse health consequences from the soda is “mid-level.”
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🔮 Some soda drinkers may have gotten an unwanted sugar high.

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Some soda drinkers may have gotten an unwanted sugar high. uncertain
drinkers → get → high
Over 77,700 cans of 7Up — labeled Zero Sugar — were voluntarily recalled after finding it was found to contain the sweet ingredient. asserted
it → label → ingredient
The voluntary recall was initiated by Utah-based Admiral Beverage Corporation — an independent beverage distributor — back in Aug. However, just days ago on Sept. 29, FDA categorized the recall as a Class II event — which means the probability for serious adverse health consequences from the soda is “mid-level.” asserted
probability → initiate → soda
Sugar-free soda drinkers should watch for cans of the 7Up Tropical — they will be labeled Zero Sugar but do have full sugar soda packed inside, according to the FDA. uncertain
they → watch → FDA
The impacted items are 12-ounce cans that come in 12-pack cases where cans of the sugary substance were distributed in Utah. asserted
cans → come → Utah
They can be identified by its UPC code 0 78000 03798 2 with the Lot Code/Batch Code: UT06176. asserted
They → identify → Code
The sodas have a shelf life into 2027 according to a notice from the Food and Drug Administration. uncertain
sodas → have → Administration
The recall states that 3,240 cases — which hold 77,760 cans — were recalled with a best-by date of March 17, 2027. asserted
which → state → March
Keurig Dr Pepper — the parent company of the 7Up brand — told USA TODAY that the bottler is conducting the recall “out of an abundance of caution.” asserted
bottler → tell → caution
In line with that commitment, one of our independent bottlers has conducted a voluntary recall in Utah of certain cases of 7UP Tropical Regular Sugar 12-packs,” the brand said. asserted
brand → conduct → packs
“While the cases were labeled correctly, some of them may contain individual cans mislabeled as 7UP Tropical Zero Sugar,” the company added. uncertain
company → label → Sugar
While the FDA has not officially offered instructions for consumers who have the recalled items, it’s typically recommended that the products should be disposed of as needed. asserted
products → offer → items
Shoppers may also be able to return the soda cans for a full refund — as that is generally honored during recalls. uncertain
that → return → recalls
Additionally, it’s recommended that you do not give the product to others, such as a food bank, according to the FDA. uncertain
you → recommend → FDA
Keurig Dr Pepper told USA Today that consumers are encouraged to contact the Keurig Dr Pepper Consumer Care team at 866-824-1711 with any questions or concerns. asserted
consumers → tell → questions
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