Updated December 12

Health authorities have warned people not to drink a Nescafé coffee drink because it could contain traces of detergent. 

Some of the company's Espresso Latte drinks are being recalled because of contamination with a cleaning solution residue. 

The contaminated Shakissimo Espresso Latte with a durability date of 26/01/2021 might have an unpleasant taste, the Superintendence of Public Health warned. 

It said it must not be consumed since it may contain residues of detergent which is used during production to clean the empty pots before filling.

Anyone who has purchased the product and needs advice can contact the Health Inspectorate Services between 8 am and 2.30pm on 2133 7333.

Product not sold in Malta - Nescafé

In a statement on Saturday, Nescafé Malta Ltd said the affected product was not imported or sold in Malta. 

The company said traces of hydrogen peroxide used to disinfect the packaging had been found in few specific batches of product and that despite there being no risk to consumer health, affected batches were recalled in the countries where the products are distributed.