Gatorade maker recalls 122,000 cases of popular sports drink across 37 US states
PepsiCo initiated class II recall of 28oz bottles last month over ‘undeclared’ yellow dyes, FDA notice says
TL;DR
- Approximately 122,000 cases of Gatorade have been recalled in 37 US states.
- The recall affects 28oz bottles of Gatorade Lemon Lime, Lime Zero, Orange, and Gatorade Orange Zero.
- The reason for the recall is the presence of undeclared Yellow No. 6 and/or Yellow No. 5 food dyes.
- PepsiCo initiated the voluntary recall on September 25th.
- The recall is classified as class II by the FDA, meaning potential for temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences.