The Recall Desk
ModerateFDA (Food)·F-1720-2018·Announced 2018-08-08

GU Energy Stroopwafels Recalled for Potential Cyclamate Contamination

Advanced Food Concepts is recalling GU Energy Stroopwafels 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 the product is unlikely to cause adverse health consequences. The hazard involves an undeclared ingredient (cyclamates) rather than a high-risk pathogen or immediate physical danger, fitting the criteria for a moderate severity labeling/contamination issue.

Plain-English summary

Advanced Food Concepts is recalling GU Energy Stroopwafels, a Dutch-style syrup-filled waffle cookie in Hot Chocolate flavor. The recall affects both single-packet and 16-packet box formats. The company 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 recall covers all lots of the affected items, with a total of 22,848,401 units distributed domestically and worldwide. Cyclamates are not listed on the product label, which constitutes a labeling and safety issue for consumers who may be sensitive to or avoiding this ingredient.

Consumers who have purchased these products should stop using them and return them to the place of purchase for a refund or contact the recalling firm for further instructions.

The recalled product

Product
GU Energy Stroopwafels; Dutch-Style syrup filled waffle cookie;, Hot Chocolate, Waffle; WAFFLE 1 Pkt, Item # 124326, UPC: 769493102539; WAFFLE 16 Pkt Box, Item # 124322, UPC:769493102508;
Manufacturer
Advanced Food Concepts
Category
Food — Baked Goods / Cookies
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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