A beloved sparkling drink has been pulled from shelves over fears it contains a dangerous amount of a chemical byproduct.

Appletiser, a Coca-Cola product, has been recalled over elevated levels of chlorate, which forms after the breakdown of chlorine-based disinfectants in water treatment processes.

The recall affects cans with a best-by date of November 30 and December 31, and supermarkets are asking customers to return the product and not consume it.

‘Return them to their nearest Sainsbury’s store, where they will receive a full refund,’ Sainsbury’s said.

The packs of six drinks with production codes 328 GE to 338 GE have all been recalled. To check the production code, check the base of the can.

A similar recall was made earlier this year after elevated levels of chlorate were foun

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