A limited quantity of 7UP Tropical Zero Sugar has been recalled in the United States after cans labelled as zero-sugar soda were found to contain the regular, full-sugar version of the beverage.
The recall involves approximately 3,240 cases, or about 77,000 cans, of the product distributed in Utah. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) classified the recall as Class II, meaning consumption may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences.
The affected product was recalled because of a labelling error that could result in consumers expecting a zero-sugar beverage receiving the full-sugar version instead.
The outer cases are labelled 7UP Tropical, while some individual cans inside are incorrectly labelled 7UP Tropical Zero Sugar. However, the contents of the cans are actually the regular full-sugar 7UP Tropical.
The regular product contains approximately 38 grams of sugar, which could be significant for consumers who specifically avoid or restrict sugar intake.
Consumers should check their cans and packaging for the following information:
The recall was initially announced by Admiral Beverage Corporation on August 20, 2026, while the FDA classified the recall on September 29.
The product is not considered inherently unsafe for most consumers because the issue is related to incorrect labelling rather than contamination.
However, the recall is particularly important for people who monitor their sugar intake, including consumers who may be avoiding sugar for medical or dietary reasons. Someone purchasing a product labelled “Zero Sugar” may consume a substantially higher amount of sugar than expected.
Consumers who have the affected product should check the lot code and best-by date against the recall information.
Those who need to restrict their sugar intake should not consume the recalled soda. The product can be discarded or returned to the place of purchase for a refund.
Consumers who do not have dietary restrictions may not face a significant health risk from the full-sugar beverage itself, but should still follow the recall and return or discard the affected product.
Food and beverage labels play an important role in helping consumers make informed choices, particularly when products are marketed for specific dietary needs.
In this case, the mismatch between the product label and its actual contents meant that consumers could unknowingly purchase a regular sugary beverage while believing they were consuming a zero-sugar product.
Source: US FDA