The Recall Desk
ModerateFDA (Food)·F-1721-2018·Announced 2018-08-08

GU Energy Stroopwafels Recalled for Potential Cyclamate Contamination

Advanced Food Concepts is recalling GU Energy Stroopwafels because testing confirmed the product may contain cyclamates, an unapproved food additive.

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 presence of an unapproved additive (cyclamates) confirmed by testing, a score of 2 (Moderate) is appropriate as it represents a regulatory violation with low but non-zero risk, distinct from purely cosmetic or documentation-only issues.

Plain-English summary

Advanced Food Concepts is voluntarily recalling GU Energy Stroopwafels, a Dutch-style syrup-filled waffle cookie in the Salted Chocolate GF variety. 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 cyclamates.

The affected products include the WAFFLE 1 Pkt (Item # 124204, UPC: 769493101648) and the WAFFLE 16 Pkt Box (Item # 124200, UPC: 769493101600). The recall covers all lots of these specific items. According to the structured data, 22,848,401 units were distributed domestically, with worldwide distribution noted.

Consumers who have purchased these products should stop using them and contact the recalling firm for further instructions. The FDA has classified this recall as Class III, indicating that while there is a violation of labeling or manufacturing regulations, it is unlikely to cause adverse health consequences.

The recalled product

Product
GU Energy Stroopwafels; Dutch-Style syrup filled waffle cookie;, Salted Chocolate GF, Waffle; WAFFLE 1 Pkt, Item # 124204, UPC: 769493101648; WAFFLE 16 Pkt Box, Item # 124200, UPC:769493101600.
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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