The Recall Desk
ModerateFDA (Food)·F-1683-2018·Announced 2018-08-08

GU Energy Gels Recalled for Potential Cyclamate Contamination

Advanced Food Concepts is recalling GU Energy Gels in Caramel Macchiato flavor because testing confirmed the presence of cyclamates.

What this means for you

Minor labeling or packaging issue, or a voluntary precautionary recall. Risk of harm is low but real — follow the manufacturer's instructions.

Our severity reasoning: The agency classified this as an FDA Class III recall, which is defined as unlikely to cause adverse health consequences. The hazard involves an unapproved additive (cyclamates) without reported illness, fitting the criteria for a moderate severity score.

Plain-English summary

Advanced Food Concepts is recalling GU Energy Gels in the Caramel Macchiato flavor. The recall was initiated after the firm was notified by its L-Leucine supplier that the product may contain cyclamates. Subsequent testing of the product confirmed the presence of cyclamates.

The recall affects all lots of the product, including single packets (item # 123031, UPC 769493200518) and 24-packet boxes (item number 123056, UPC 769493200525). The source text indicates that 22,848,401 units were distributed domestically, with a distribution pattern described as worldwide.

Consumers should stop using the affected product. The source text does not provide specific instructions for disposal or return, nor does it report any illnesses or injuries associated with the contamination.

The recalled product

Product
GU Energy Gels: Caramel Macchiato, Gel; GUGEL 1 Pkt; item # 123031, UPC 769493200518; GUGEL 24Pkt Box; item number 123056, UPC 769493200525
Manufacturer
Advanced Food Concepts
Category
Food — Sports Nutrition
Hazard

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Lot numbers (1)

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Distribution

Distribution scope not specified by the agency.

Part of a larger recall action

This product is one of 43 recalled by Advanced Food Concepts under a single FDA (Food) recall action. The agency files each product separately, so the size of the action is not visible from this page alone.

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