Over 122K cases of Gatorade recalled due to undeclared food dyes, FDA says
PepsiCo is voluntarily recalling over 122,000 cases of Gatorade drinks due to undeclared food dyes. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration reports that the recalled sports drinks were distributed across 37 states, including Michigan, New York, New Jersey, and South Carolina. Federal regulators warn that consuming the affected products could result in temporary adverse health consequences. Consumers are advised to check their refrigerators and avoid specific flavors included in the nationwide recall.
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- ✓ PepsiCo recalled 122,021 cases of four 28-ounce Gatorade drinks distributed in 37 states.
- ✓ The U.S. Food and Drug Administration announced the recall due to undeclared food dyes.
- ✓ Federal regulatory agencies state the affected drinks could cause temporary adverse health consequences.
- ✓ The recall impacts products sold in more than 30 states, including Michigan, New York, New Jersey, and South Carolina.
What changed
Federal regulators assigned a new risk level to the ongoing nationwide recall.
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PepsiCo Recalls 122,000 Cases of Gatorade Over Dyes
PepsiCo is voluntarily recalling over 122,000 cases of Gatorade drinks due to undeclared food dyes. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration reports that the recalled sports drinks were distributed across 37 states, including Michigan, New York, New Jersey, and South Carolina. Federal regulators warn that consuming the affected products could result in temporary adverse health consequences. Consumers are advised to check their refrigerators and avoid specific flavors included in the nationwide recall.
Why it matters
Food and beverage manufacturers must accurately list all ingredients, including specific color additives, to protect consumers with sensitivities or allergies. Undeclared additives can trigger unexpected health reactions and regulatory enforcement actions. The current recall spans multiple states, prompting widespread checks by retail shoppers and public health officials.
What is confirmed
- PepsiCo recalled 122,021 cases of four 28-ounce Gatorade drinks distributed in 37 states.
- The U.S. Food and Drug Administration announced the recall due to undeclared food dyes.
- Federal regulatory agencies state the affected drinks could cause temporary adverse health consequences.
- The recall impacts products sold in more than 30 states, including Michigan, New York, New Jersey, and South Carolina.
What to watch next
- Further guidance from the FDA regarding specific lot numbers and affected flavor names
- Updates from PepsiCo on retail return procedures for consumers who purchased the recalled drinks
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- WBAL-TV — Gatorade issues major recall across more than 30 states
- CBS News — PepsiCo recalls 122,000 cases of Gatorade due to undeclared dyes
- The Guardian — Gatorade maker recalls 122,000 cases of popular sports drink across 37 US states
- FOX 8 News — Gatorade recall gets new risk level from FDA
- Delish — Check Your Gatorade—More Than 122,000 Cases Are Being Recalled
- The Clarion-Ledger — Check your fridge for these recalled Gatorade drinks
- detroitnews.com — Michigan included in PepsiCo recall of 120,000 cases of Gatorade
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- Yahoo — PepsiCo recalls cases of Gatorade sold in SC for ‘undeclared’ ingredients. Avoid these flavors.
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