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Popular Water Recalled Over Bacterial Contamination Concerns
Mineral water sold at Costco was voluntarily recalled by Coca-Cola over contamination concerns.
Affected bottles may be contaminated with bacteria called Pseudomonas.
Below, find a list of impacted lots.
Before you crack open a bubbly Topo Chico to beat the heat, check the bottle. Costco recently informed members that bulk cases of the mineral water sold in its warehouses in two states are being voluntarily recalled due to potential contamination with Pseudomonas, a group of bacteria commonly found in soil and water.
Keep reading for all the recall details, including exactly which Topo Chico products are affected and what to do if you purchased them.
The potentially contaminated Topo Chico Mineral Waters (item number 1439351) were sold in 18-packs of 16.9-ounce glass bottles in select Costco stores in Texas and Louisiana from May 20 to May 29, 2025, a notice to Costco customers said. Impacted product can be identified by the lot code 13A2541, which is printed on both the bottles' cardboard cases and their necks. The beverages were voluntarily recalled by Coca-Cola, their manufacturer. If you have recalled product, do not drink it.
Pseudomonas poses a low health risk to people with strong immune systems. People most at risk for health consequences are those with low immunity and those who are hospitalized or use medical devices, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Most types of the bacteria are highly resistant to antibiotics, and the most common type to cause infections among humans is Pseudomonas aeruginosa, the CDC says. Infections can occur throughout the body—in the blood, lungs, urinary tract, digestive tract, and more—depending on physical exposure, and symptoms vary depending on the infection location, but may include fever, pain, inflammation, discharge from the affected area, itchiness, discomfort, and more, according to the Cleveland Clinic. If you have a weakened immune system and become infected, you can grow sick very quickly. Otherwise, minor cases usually clear up within a few days with proper treatment.
The notice from Costco told customers to return the recalled product to their local Costco for a full refund. If you have questions or concerns regarding the recall, you can direct them to Coca-Cola at 1-800-438-2653. 'The safety and quality of the products we offer our consumers is our top priority,' the statement from Costco reads.
If you or someone in your household becomes ill after being exposed to a recalled product, contact a medical provider immediately.
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