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The recall of the specialty beverages due to Salmonella contamination was made in the United States after SKS Copack recalled various specialty beverages due to the possibility of the products being contaminated with Salmonella. SKS Copack made the announcement of the recall on May 22, 2026, while the FDA published the beverage recall notice on May 23, 2026. This recall followed the notification by the supplier about a certain batch of low-heat non-fat dry milk powder that tested positive for Salmonella; SKS Copack quarantined the affected ingredient, stopped distribution and cooperated with the FDA. The recall highlights the importance of supplier controls, ingredient verification, risk-based testing, process controls and traceability across the beverage supply chain. [1]

USA: Specialty Beverage Products Recalled Due to Potential Salmonella Contamination

Recall Sep 30, 2026

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Category of the Product: Food & Beverages – Specialty Beverages
Type of the Product: Specialty Beverage Products
Reason for Announcement: Selected specialty beverages manufactured by SKS Copack were recalled because they had the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella.

The recall of the specialty beverages due to Salmonella contamination was made in the United States after SKS Copack recalled various specialty beverages due to the possibility of the products being contaminated with Salmonella. SKS Copack made the announcement of the recall on May 22, 2026, while the FDA published the beverage recall notice on May 23, 2026. This recall followed the notification by the supplier about a certain batch of low-heat non-fat dry milk powder that tested positive for Salmonella; SKS Copack quarantined the affected ingredient, stopped distribution and cooperated with the FDA. The recall highlights the importance of supplier controls, ingredient verification, risk-based testing, process controls and traceability across the beverage supply chain. [1]

What Happened

SKS Copack of Cerritos, California, withdrew various specialty beverages from the market due to potential contamination with Salmonella. The affected brands listed by the FDA are Angel Specialty Products, Royal Gold, Boba Time, Fanale and Denda. The products have been distributed via cafés, restaurants, and direct delivery to various states in the United States. No cases of illness related to these products have been reported so far, according to the FDA notice.

The reason for the recall was a supplier notification regarding the recall of a batch of low-heat non-fat dry milk powder due to testing positive for Salmonella bacteria. SKS Copack isolated the ingredient from use, discontinued distribution of the affected beverages and worked with the FDA on the case. The notice does not indicate whether the contamination happened at SKS Copack’s beverage manufacturing process. [2]

Affected Products and Batches

The FDA identifies affected products using item code, brand, product description, lot code and best-by date. Consumers and food-service operators should compare these details against products in their possession before use. [1]

Item Code

Brand

Product

Lot Code

Best-By Date

BIC3010

Angel Specialty Products

Matcha Green Tea 4/3#

20260224

25-Aug-2027

BIC3010

Angel Specialty Products

Matcha Green Tea 4/3#

20260424

23-Oct-2027

BIC3014

Angel Specialty Products

Taro 4/3#

20260224

25-Aug-2027

BIC3001

Angel Specialty Products

Caramel Latte 4/3#

20260414

13-Oct-2027

BIC3013

Angel Specialty Products

Coconut 4/3#

20260415

14-Oct-2027

BIC3018

Angel Specialty Products

Horchata 4/3#

20260414

13-Oct-2027

BIC3018

Angel Specialty Products

Horchata 4/3#

20260424

23-Oct-2027

BIC3019

Angel Specialty Products

Vanilla Smoothie Base

20260413

12-Oct-2027

BIC3020

Angel Specialty Products

White Chocolate 4/3#

20260327

25-Sep-2027

BIC3017

Angel Specialty Products

Milk Tea 15/3#

20260224

25-Aug-2027

CFC2000

Royal Gold

Dutch Mocha Capp 6/2#

20260303

1-Sep-2027

SS115

Angel Specialty Products

Strawberry Soft Srv 10/2#

20260414

13-Oct-2027

BT360

Boba Time

Italian Yogurt Powder 5/3.5#

20260216

17-Aug-2027

BT370

Boba Time

Coconut Powder 5/3.5#

20260428

27-Oct-2027

BT371

Boba Time

Pistachio Powder 5/3.5#

20260219

20-Aug-2027

FN1000

Fanale

Ube-Taro 10/2#

20260223

24-Aug-2027

SS500

Denda

Milk Ice Cream Mix 12/1KG

20260403

2-Oct-2027

CFC1000

Royal Gold

French Vanilla Capp 6/2#

20260416

15-Oct-2027

Regulatory Action

The recall took place with the knowledge of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, and SKS Copack indicated that the ingredient lot being recalled had been quarantined, and its distribution was halted, while the firm continues to cooperate with the FDA in the ongoing investigation process. The FDA recall announcement cites Salmonella as the reason for the recall and provides detailed brand names, products, lot codes, best-by dates and distribution data to assist with identifying the recalled products.

Consumer Action

Consumers and food-service operators who have purchased the affected products should:

  • Check the item code, brand, product description, lot code and best-by date against the FDA recall information.
  • Do not use products matching the recalled identification details.
  • Return affected products to the place of purchase for a full refund.
  • Contact SKS Copack at (562) 404-8158, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Pacific Time, for questions about the recall.

This consumer safety alert should also be communicated through appropriate food service, retail and distribution channels so affected products can be identified and removed from use. [3]

Health Risks of Salmonella Contamination

According to the FDA, Salmonella contamination can lead to fever, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, and abdominal pain; in some cases, serious and potentially life-threatening infections can affect young children, elderly or frail people, and those with weakened immune systems; in rare cases, the infection can be transferred to the bloodstream and become even more dangerous. Nevertheless, no reports of illness have been received about the mentioned recall at the time of issuing the FDA notice, which means that these are common symptoms of Salmonella contamination and do not prove that the consumers of recalled drinks have suffered from these consequences.

Specialty Beverage

 FRL Technical Analysis: Where Should Beverage Manufacturers Control Salmonella Risk?

The recall highlights the need for risk-based microbiological controls across the beverage supply chain, from ingredient sourcing through distribution.

Supply-Chain Stage

Risk to Evaluate

Manufacturer Control

Verification Approach

Ingredient sourcing

Microbiological hazards

Approved suppliers and specifications

Supplier records and COA verification

Raw-material receipt

Recalled or non-conforming ingredients

Defined acceptance criteria

Lot verification and risk-based sampling

Storage

Cross-contamination

Segregation and storage controls

Storage inspection and monitoring

Processing

Hazard survival or transfer

Validated process controls where applicable

Process verification and records

Finished product

Microbiological non-conformance

Defined release specifications

Risk-based microbiological testing

Distribution

Loss of traceability

Lot coding and distribution records

Traceability checks and mock recall

Controls should be selected according to the product, ingredients, processing conditions, intended use and identified hazards and should not be interpreted as evidence of failure in the SKS Copack recall.

Manufacturer Prevention Framework

Supplier Approval

Verify ingredient specifications, microbiological specifications for ingredients, COAs, supplier performance, and recall-notification procedures.

Incoming Ingredient Verification

Verify ingredient identity, lot, packaging, documentation, and compliance with specifications by risk-based sampling, if necessary.

Process and Environmental Verification

Develop appropriate sanitation and process controls. Also, validate and verify microbial reduction steps where necessary.

Testing and Specification Verification

Perform risk-based testing and specification verification of raw materials, finished products, and the environment as appropriate. Testing for Foodborne pathogen testing must be according to the hazard, sampling protocol, analysis, and criteria of acceptability.

Traceability Verification

Maintain traceability from:

Supplier lot → Ingredient lot → Production batch → Finished product → Customer/distributor

Use documented traceability checks and mock recalls to verify recall readiness.

FRL Support

Food Research Lab supports beverage manufacturers with Safety Testing and risk-based food-safety verification, including:

  • Raw-material and ingredient quality assessment
  • Supplier and COA verification
  • Risk-based microbiological and foodborne pathogen testing
  • Process and environmental verification
  • Product specification development
  • Traceability and recall-readiness assessment
  • Food-safety and regulatory compliance support

The appropriate programme depends on the product, ingredients, processing conditions, identified hazards and applicable requirements.

Conclusion

The specialty beverage recall Salmonella alert highlights the need for risk-based supplier controls, ingredient verification, microbiological testing, process controls and traceability. The FDA reported potential Salmonella contamination associated with a recalled ingredient lot, with no illnesses reported at the time of the notice.

Build a Risk-Based Beverage Safety Plan with Food Research Lab to evaluate your ingredient controls, testing strategy and recall readiness.

Frequently Asked Question

Selected specialty beverages were recalled because they had the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella. The recall followed notification concerning a supplier-recalled lot of low-heat nonfat dry milk powder associated with positive Salmonella results from routine testing.

The FDA states that Salmonella infection can cause fever, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting and abdominal pain. Severe infections can occur in vulnerable populations.

Manufacturers can use approved-supplier controls, ingredient verification, appropriate process controls, environmental and sanitation controls, risk-based microbiological testing, traceability and documented recall procedures. The appropriate controls should be determined from the product’s identified hazards.

References

  1. S. Food and Drug Administration. (2026, May 26). SKS Co-Pack recalls various specialty beverages because of possible health risk. FDA – Specialty Beverage Recall
  2. USA TODAY. (2026, May 26). Boba tea, matcha green tea and more specialty beverages recalled over Salmonella concerns. USA TODAY – Specialty Beverage Recall
  3. Food Safety News. (2026, May 26). Angel speciality drinks recalled because of Salmonella risk. Food Safety News – Specialty Drink Recall
  4. (2026, May 26). Specialty drinks recalled over Salmonella concerns. WUSA9 – Specialty Drink Recall
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