Coca-Cola Plant in Brazil Halted After Caffeine Found in Coolant

Brazilian authorities have temporarily halted production at a Coca-Cola plant in the state of Ceará after discovering an unusual substance in the cooling system. The Minister of Agriculture, Carlos Fávaro, explained that caffeine was found in the ethanol-based coolant. "We need to determine if there was cross-contamination," Fávaro stated in a press conference, "but preliminary findings indicate no health risk." The incident occurred at a facility belonging to Solar, the second largest Coca-Cola producer in Brazil. The plant's output has been suspended pending a full investigation, expected to conclude within five days. This temporary shutdown highlights the stringent quality control measures in the food and beverage industry.