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Food recall · FDA · Published September 12, 2018

COCA COLA BOTTLING COMPAN recalls Sprite 12 FL OZ (355 mL) CONTAINS PHENYLALANINE CAFFEINE FREE THE COCA-COLA COMPANY FOR CONSUMER INFORMATION CALL

Coca-Cola is recalling Sprite 12 fl oz (355 mL) bottles that contain plastic material. Consumers should contact the company for information.

🇺🇸 FDA recall #F-0034-2019FoodCoca-Cola ›
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Recalling firmCOCA COLA BOTTLING COMPAN4100 Coca Cola Plz, N/A · Charlotte, NC 28211-3588
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What happened, in plain English

Coca-Cola is recalling Sprite 12 fl oz (355 mL) bottles because they contain plastic material. This issue does not pose a serious injury risk to consumers. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/18669-coca-cola-sprite-12-fl-oz-355-ml-contains-plastic.

Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/18669-coca-cola-sprite-12-fl-oz-355-ml-contains-plastic · Updated October 6, 2026 · FDA enforcement record: FDA #F-0034-2019

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“Coca-Cola Sprite 12 fl oz (355 mL) Contains Plastic Material - Recall.” GovInfoNow, updated October 6, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/18669-coca-cola-sprite-12-fl-oz-355-ml-contains-plastic. Based on FDA recall #F-0034-2019 (https://api.fda.gov/food/enforcement.json?search=recall_number:%22F-0034-2019%22&limit=1).

Why it’s dangerous

The product contains plastic material, which could cause allergic reactions in sensitive individuals. However, this is not a typical hazard for most consumers.

Who’s affected

All consumers who own or use Sprite 12 fl oz (355 mL) bottles. People with allergies to plastic materials may be at higher risk.

How to tell if you have this one

Check for the product name 'Sprite 12 FL OZ (355 mL) CONTAINS PHENYLALANINE CAFFEINE FREE'. The recall was issued in November 2018.

  • Brand
    Coca-Cola
  • Product
    Sprite 12 FL OZ (355 mL) CONTAINS PHENYLALANINE CAFFEINE FREE THE COCA-COLA COMPANY FOR CONSUMER INFORMATION CALL
  • Category
    Food
FDA recall event · 3 products

All 3 products in this recall

FDA lists each product line separately under one recall event. Check your product description, lot or code numbers against each row. Every row shares the hazard and remedy on this page.

  • Classification
    Class II
  • Status
    Ongoing
  • Distribution
    Product was shipped to IL, IN, KY, MI, OH & WV.
Recall numberProduct, codes & lotsQuantity
F-0032-2019CAFFEINE FREE Diet Coke 12 FL OZ (355 ml) CONTAINS PHENYLALANINE CAFFEINE FREE THE COCA-COLA COMPANY FOR CONSUMER INFORMATION CALL 1-800-438-2653 UPC 0 496130 1; NOV 0518 CNG24 cs/8/12/oz plastic bottles
F-0033-2019NO SUGAR NO CALORIES Diet Coke 12 FL OZ (355 mL) CONTAINS PHENYLALANINE CAFFEINE FREE THE COCA-COLA COMPANY FOR CONSUMER INFORMATION CALL 1-800-438-2653 UPC 0 495940 3; NOV 0518 CNG794cs/8/12 fl oz bottles
F-0034-2019Sprite 12 FL OZ (355 mL) CONTAINS PHENYLALANINE CAFFEINE FREE THE COCA-COLA COMPANY FOR CONSUMER INFORMATION CALL 1-800-438-2653 UPC 0 496120 4; NOV 0518 CNG & NOV 1218 CNB309 cs/8/12 fl oz bottles
Based on the official FDA remedy

What to do — step by step

  1. Contact Coca-Cola

    Call 1-800-438-2653 for consumer information about the recall.

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Questions people ask

Is this product safe to drink?

The recall states the product contains plastic material, but it does not specify if it is unsafe to drink.

How can I check if my bottle is affected?

Check for the product name 'Sprite 12 FL OZ (355 mL) CONTAINS PHENYLALANINE CAFFEINE FREE' and the recall date of November 2018.

What should I do if I have this product?

Contact Coca-Cola at 1-800-438-2653 for further information.

Take action

Contact Coca-Cola

We’ve drafted a message you can send Coca-Cola to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.

Subject: Recall F-0034-2019 — Coca-Cola Sprite 12 FL OZ (355 mL) CONTAINS PHENYLALANINE CAFFEINE FREE THE COCA-COLA COMPANY FOR C

Hello,

I own a Sprite 12 FL OZ (355 mL) CONTAINS PHENYLALANINE CAFFEINE FREE THE COCA-COLA COMPANY FOR CONSUMER INFORMATION CALL that is covered by recall F-0034-2019 from Coca-Cola.

I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this?

Thank you.

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  • Official source: FDA Recall #F-0034-2019 (September 12, 2018) — FDA publishes no per-recall page; this is the official machine-readable enforcement record. Search FDA recalls for F-0034-2019 to see it in context.
  • Plain-language summary written by qwen3:4b on October 6, 2026, from the official record above. Not reviewed by a person — if it conflicts with the FDA notice, the notice is correct. Report an error on this page.
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