Authorities Remove Hundreds of Energy Drinks With Excess Caffeine Levels

Hundreds of energy drinks have been taken from shelves in South Australia after it was discovered they contained an unsafe level of caffeine.
Authorities Remove Hundreds of Energy Drinks With Excess Caffeine Levels
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Crystal-Rose Jones
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South Australia’s government has removed hundreds of energy drinks from shelves after a crackdown on beverages containing excessive caffeine.

The state’s health officials found 18 businesses selling non-compliant energy drink products. Thirteen businesses received warning letters; two received expiation notices totalling $3,000 (US$1,986).

Crystal-Rose Jones
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Crystal-Rose Jones is a reporter based in Australia. She previously worked at News Corp for 16 years as a senior journalist and editor.
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