The Recall Desk
ModerateFDA (Food)·F-1712-2018·Announced 2018-08-08

GU Energy Chews Recalled for Potential Cyclamate Contamination

Advanced Food Concepts is recalling GU Energy Chews 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 ingredient (cyclamates) rather than a high-risk pathogen or common allergen, fitting the criteria for a moderate severity voluntary precautionary recall.

Plain-English summary

Advanced Food Concepts is voluntarily recalling GU Energy Chews, specifically the Strawberry Chews variety, in single-packet and 18-packet box formats. 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 recall covers all lots of the affected products, which were distributed worldwide. The total quantity recalled is 22,848,401 units. Cyclamates are not declared on the product label, which constitutes a labeling and safety concern for consumers who may be sensitive to or avoiding this substance.

Consumers who have purchased these products should stop using them and return them to the place of purchase for a refund or contact the manufacturer for further instructions. The recall number for this action is F-1712-2018.

The recalled product

Product
GU Energy Chews; Strawberry Chews; CHEWS 1 Pkt, Item # 124180, UPC:769493101433 ; CHEWS 18 Pkt Box, Item # 124176, UPC:769493101396 .
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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