Big Hug Lemon Lime Drink (American Beverage) – choking risk (2012)
Class II: A situation in which use of, or exposure to, a violative product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences or where the probability of serious adverse health consequences is remote
Class II recall indicates potential for temporary health effects.
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Check Your Product
According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
Product
Big Hug Lemon Lime Fruit Drink in a 16 oz plastic bottle with a sports cap, American Beverage Corp., Verona PA.
Brand
American Beverage Corp
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in FDA notice. Check official source for details.
Products Sold
Products bearing a "best buy" or "expiration date" earlier than 09/24/12 ONLY: UPC- 074806001653
American Beverage Corp is recalling Big Hug Lemon Lime Fruit Drink in a 16 oz plastic bottle with a sports cap, American Beverage Corp., due to There is a possibility that a part of the nozzle cap of the bottle can become dislodged through abuse (i.e. excessive chewing) then possibly ingested,. This is a Class I recall, indicating a high risk of serious health consequences. Based on FDA enforcement report.
Summary derived from FDA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by FDA
There is a possibility that a part of the nozzle cap of the bottle can become dislodged through abuse (i.e. excessive chewing) then possibly ingested, and posing a potential health/safety hazard. The cap in question is no longer used by ABC and was last produced in September of 2011. Firm does not anticipate finding any impacted product in the market.
Recommended Action
Per FDA guidance
Consumers should stop using the product and contact the recalling firm or return it to the place of purchase.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) directly.
View official FDA recall noticePage updated: Jan 7, 2026