Full Breakdown
Nationwide Recall of Specialty Beverages Over Salmonella Risk
5/26/2026, 11:37:06 PM
Recall Announcement and Scope
On May 22 2026, SKS Copack of Cerritos, California, announced a voluntary recall of powdered specialty-beverage mixes such as matcha green tea, caramel latte and milk tea, sold under the Angel Specialty Products, Royal Gold, Boba Time, Fanale and Denda brands. The FDA issued a recall notice on May 23, stating products may contain salmonella-contaminated low-heat, nonfat dry milk powder. The items were distributed to cafés, restaurants and channels in 25 states: California, Utah, Idaho, New York, New Jersey, Arizona, Pennsylvania, North Carolina, Texas, Ohio, Louisiana, Georgia, Florida, Illinois, Oklahoma, Massachusetts, Washington, Oregon, Wisconsin, Nevada, Virginia, Connecticut, Tennessee, Kentucky and Minnesota.
Timeline
The recall was announced on May 22 2026, the FDA issued its notice on May 23 2026, and SKS halted distribution and urged returns starting May 24 2026.
Official Response
The FDA said the recall was triggered after SKS Copack received notice of the supplier’s voluntary recall and that agency monitors the situation. SKS Copack confirmed it has quarantined remaining milk-powder lot, stopped distribution of affected mixes, and is cooperating with the FDA. The company provided a consumer hotline (562-404-8158) for refund requests.
Conflicts & Gaps
Sources differ on the supplier’s name: most cite California Dairies, Inc., while one FDA release mentions California Dreams Inc. Both attribute the same contamination, but the inconsistency highlights a communication gap. No data have been released on extent of testing on the recalled lot or on any downstream products beyond the listed beverage mixes.
Impact
The incident underscores how a single ingredient can jeopardize a broad range of consumer products nationwide. Salmonella infection can cause severe gastrointestinal illness in children, the elderly and immunocompromised individuals. Prompt returns for a full refund reduce exposure risk and illustrate the importance of traceability in food manufacturing.
Future
The FDA continues its investigation and may issue recalls if other products are linked to the contaminated milk powder. SKS Copack plans to resume distribution only after the FDA clears the remaining ingredient lot. Consumers are urged to monitor retailer communications and retain receipts for recalled items.
Quotes
- “No illnesses have been reported.” — FDA statement
- “Customers who purchased the recalled beverage and dessert mixes are urged to return them to the place of purchase for a full refund.” — SKS Copack notice
- “SKS Copack initiated the recall after receiving notice from its supplier of a voluntary recall initiated by California Dairies, Inc., for a certain lot of its dry milk powder due to possible salmonella contamination.” — SKS Copack announcement
- “The Food and Drug Administration said in a press release that the company was notified by its supplier that California Dreams Inc. had recalled its milk powder after it tested positive for salmonella during routine testing.” — FDA press release
