The Recall Desk
ModerateFDA (Food)·F-1689-2018·Announced 2018-08-08

GU Energy Gels Recalled for Potential Cyclamate Contamination

Advanced Food Concepts is recalling GU Energy Gels because testing confirmed the presence of cyclamates, an ingredient not listed on the label.

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 recall is classified as FDA Class III, which indicates a remote possibility of adverse health consequences. The hazard involves an unapproved additive (cyclamates) confirmed by testing, fitting the criteria for moderate severity due to labeling and contamination issues without reported injuries.

Plain-English summary

Advanced Food Concepts is recalling GU Energy Gels in Jet Blackberry flavor. The recall was initiated after the firm's supplier of L-Leucine notified them that the ingredient may contain cyclamates. Subsequent testing of the product confirmed the presence of cyclamates.

The affected products are GU Energy Gels, Jet Blackberry, Gel, sold in single packets (Item # 123022, UPC: 769493100122) and 24-packet boxes (Item # 123044, UPC: 769493200129). The recall covers all lots of these specific products. The source text does not specify the total number of units recalled or the specific geographic distribution, though the metadata indicates worldwide distribution.

Consumers with these products should stop using them and follow the instructions provided by the recalling firm or the FDA regarding disposal or return. Cyclamates are not approved for use in food in the United States, and their presence constitutes a labeling and safety issue.

The recalled product

Product
GU Energy Gels: Jet Blackberry, Gel; GUGEL 1 Pkt; item # 123022, UPC:769493100122 ; GUGEL 24Pkt Box; item number 123044, UPC: 769493200129.
Manufacturer
Advanced Food Concepts
Category
Food — Sports Nutrition / Energy Gels
Hazard

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Lot numbers (1)

  • All lots

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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