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Coconut Water Recall: Map Shows 2 Million Cans Affected in 29 States [Video]

What’s New

A map created by Newsweek shows which 29 states are affected by a recall of Jarritos Coconut Water that was issued in early November.

Newsweek has reached out to the distributor, Texas-based Tipp Distributors, which does business under the name Novamex, through an online contact form for comment.

Why It Matters

More than 2 million cans of Jarritos Coconut Water were recalled on November 4 over concerns that “the hermetic seal on the lid of the cans may be compromised,” according to the recall notice.

This lid defect could allow the beverage to become contaminated with bacteria. No illnesses have been reported so far, according to Atlanta’s WSB-TV, despite the potential risk.

A stock image shows a glass of coconut water. More than 2 million cans of Jarritos Coconut Water have been recalled in 29 states. WS Studio/Getty

What To Know

The 17.5-fluid ounce cans were sold in cartons of 12. All lot codes are …

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