Supermarket Alert: Lemon Iced Tea Recalled Over Undeclared Allergen That Could Put Lives at Risk
Posted on 04/14/26 at 14:22
- Lemon iced tea recall
- Drinks distributed in five states
- No cases reported
A well-known Pennsylvania-based chain announced a preventive recall of several bottled beverages after detecting the possible presence of undeclared milk in its products.
The measure affects 16-ounce versions of lemon iced tea, diet lemon iced tea, diet lemonade, and fruit punch.
The products were manufactured by Wawa Beverage Company and distributed in a limited number of stores located in Pennsylvania, Delaware, Maryland, New Jersey, and Virginia.
The company confirmed that the affected bottles have already been removed from shelves and discarded in the involved stores.
Why was the lemon iced tea recall triggered?
The decision was made after identifying a temporary issue in production equipment that may have allowed the presence of an undeclared milk allergen.
For individuals with milk allergies, consuming these products could cause severe or potentially life-threatening reactions.
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The company stated that the technical issue has been identified and corrected.
So far, no illnesses linked to this situation have been reported, reinforcing the preventive nature of the lemon iced tea recall.
Specific products and dates
Among the affected items is the 16-ounce lemon iced tea with UPC code 726191018425 and a production date of May 15, 2026.
Also included is the diet lemon iced tea with UPC code 726191018548 and a date of May 18, 2026, distributed in eight stores across New Jersey and Pennsylvania.
Diet lemonade with UPC code 726191055901 and a date of May 18, 2026 was sent to 12 stores in Delaware and New Jersey.
Meanwhile, fruit punch with UPC code 726191018432 and a date of May 19, 2026 reached 53 stores across the five mentioned states.
Limited scope and clarifications
In total, the recall covers 123 stores across multiple states for the regular iced tea, while the other products had more limited distribution.
The company emphasized that no other beverages from the brand are included in this alert.
It also clarified that stores in other states where the chain operates are not affected.
According to the company, the goal is to act quickly to protect both customers and employees.
Food safety recommendations for consumers
Consumers who purchased these beverages are advised to discard them immediately if they match the listed codes and dates.
They can also contact the Customer Service Center, available 24/7, at 1-800-444-9292.
Additionally, the company has enabled its digital platform for inquiries and refund requests in the form of gift cards, as detailed by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
With this preventive action, the chain aims to contain any potential risk and strengthen its food safety protocols, as the lemon iced tea recall highlights the importance of transparency and rapid response in maintaining public trust.
