The Recall Desk
ModerateFDA (Food)·F-1690-2018·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, a substance not permitted in food.

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 substance (cyclamates) without reported illnesses, fitting the criteria for a moderate severity score.

Plain-English summary

Advanced Food Concepts is recalling GU Energy Gels, specifically the Lemon Sublime variety, due to the presence of cyclamates. The firm was notified by its L-Leucine supplier that the product might contain cyclamates, and subsequent testing confirmed this finding.

The recall affects 22,848,401 units distributed worldwide. The affected products are identified by item numbers 123023 (single packet) and 123051 (24-packet box), with UPCs 769493100085 and 769493200099, respectively. All lots are included in this recall.

Consumers should stop using the affected products and contact the manufacturer for further instructions. Cyclamates are not permitted in food products in the United States.

The recalled product

Product
GU Energy Gels: Lemon Sublime, Gel; GUGEL 1 Pkt; item # 123023, UPC:769493100085; GUGEL 24Pkt Box; item number 123051, UPC: 769493200099.
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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