Hansen Beverage Company Issues a Safety Alert and Product Recall of its Classic Sparkling Cider in 50.7 oz. Magnum Glass Bottles
Contact:
Rodney Sacks
(909) 739-6200
Hilton Schlosberg
(909) 739-6200
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE -- Corona, CA -- Hansen Beverage Company is voluntarily recalling its Classic Sparkling Cider in 50.7 ounce Magnum glass bottles following reports of some bottles breaking. The recall covers approximately 40,000 bottles that were sold to consumers. Some of the cider may be contaminated with yeast which may result in an increase in internal pressure or there may be defects in the glass. This may cause the bottle to break on its own, on shelves, in cupboards or in consumer's hands.
There have been two injuries reported from broken glass. There have also been additional reports of breakage that did not result in injuries.
The 50.7 ounce Magnum green bottles are labeled "Hansen's Classic Sparkling Cider - Hansen Beverage Company, Corona, CA 92882" and have a gold foil wrap over the cap. The universal product code (UPC) is 70847 00590.
The glass bottles being recalled were distributed to retail outlets nationwide in November 2003. All lots are being recalled and the product has been removed from store shelves.
Consumers are urged to limit handling of the bottles and should not attempt to open the bottles. Consumers should carefully dispose of unopened bottles in outside trash rather than inside homes. Consumers having questions or requesting a refund should call Hansen's directly at (800) 426-7367 ext. 496 Monday through Friday between 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. PST.
