The Recall Desk
ModerateFDA (Food)·F-1691-2018·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 declared 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 low probability of adverse health consequences. The hazard involves an undeclared substance (cyclamates) rather than a high-risk pathogen or common allergen, fitting the criteria for a moderate severity score involving labeling or low-risk contamination issues.

Plain-English summary

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

The affected products are GU Energy Gels, Mandarin Orange, Gel, sold in single packets (Item # 123026, UPC: 769493100139) and 24-packet boxes (Item # 123043, UPC: 769493200143). The recall covers all lots of these specific items. According to the structured data, 22,848,401 units were distributed domestically, with worldwide distribution also noted.

Consumers should stop using the affected products and return them to the place of purchase for a refund or follow instructions provided by the recalling firm. Cyclamates are not permitted in food products in the United States, and their presence represents a labeling and safety violation.

The recalled product

Product
GU Energy Gels: Mandarin Orange, Gel; GUGEL 1 Pkt; item # 123026, UPC:769493100139 ; GUGEL 24Pkt Box; item number 123043, UPC: 769493200143.
Manufacturer
Advanced Food Concepts
Category
Food — Sports Nutrition
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)

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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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