The Recall Desk
ModerateFDA (Food)·F-1713-2018·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 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 typically corresponds to a score of 1 or 2. Given the confirmed presence of an unlisted substance (cyclamates) in a food product, a score of 2 (Moderate) is appropriate as it involves a labeling/contamination error that is not considered a high-risk pathogen or immediate severe hazard.

Plain-English summary

Advanced Food Concepts is recalling GU Energy Chews, Watermelon Chews, in single-packet and 18-packet box formats. 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 this substance.

The recall covers all lots of the affected items, which were distributed worldwide. The total quantity recalled is 22,848,401 units. Cyclamates are not listed on the product label, making this a labeling and contamination issue.

Consumers who have purchased these products should stop using them and contact the manufacturer for further instructions or a refund. The recall is classified as Class III by the FDA, indicating that the product is unlikely to cause adverse health consequences.

The recalled product

Product
GU Energy Chews; Watermelon Chews; CHEWS 1 Pkt, Item # 124183, UPC: 769493101464 ; CHEWS 18 Pkt Box, Item # 124179, UPC:769493101426 .
Manufacturer
Advanced Food Concepts
Category
Food — Energy Supplements
Hazard

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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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