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Gatorade Recall: Undeclared Dyes Trigger Widespread Product Withdrawal
5 Oct
Summary
- Gatorade recalled due to undeclared artificial dyes Yellow No. 5 and Yellow No. 6.
- Recall affects approximately 122,000 cases sold across 37 U.S. states.
- FDA classified recall as Class II due to potential for temporary adverse health effects.
PepsiCo has initiated a significant recall of approximately 122,000 cases of Gatorade beverages. The recall is due to the inclusion of undeclared artificial dyes, specifically Yellow No. 6 and Yellow No. 5, which impact the product's color.
The affected products include 28-ounce bottles of Gatorade Lemon Lime, Gatorade Lemon Lime Zero, Gatorade Orange, and Gatorade Orange Zero. These were distributed across 37 states within the United States. The recall, first announced on September 25, was updated by the FDA on October 2 to a Class II designation.
This Class II classification signifies that exposure to the recalled Gatorade "may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences." The extensive list of affected states highlights the widespread nature of this product withdrawal. PepsiCo has not yet commented on refund eligibility for affected consumers.
