PepsiCo Recalls Thousands of Gatorade Cases Due to Undeclared Colorants
· Telemundo McAllen (KTLM)
PepsiCo has recalled thousands of cases of Gatorade distributed across 37 states, including Illinois, because the bottles contain undeclared food colorants that could pose a health risk. According to a compliance report from the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), 122,021 cases of 28-ounce Gatorade bottles were recalled on September 25. The affected flavors are Lemon Lime, Lemon Lime Zero, Orange, and Orange Zero. The report indicated that the beverages contain undeclared Yellow No. 6 and/or Yellow No. 5. Although both color additives are FDA-approved for use, they must be listed on the label. 'Every certified color additive must be declared on product labels with its name listed or in an abbreviated form consisting only of the color and number, such as Yellow 6,' the FDA stated in a release. The FDA classified the recall as 'Class II' on October 2, the second-highest of the agency's three recall categories. A Class II recall means that exposure to the product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health effects. In a Class II recall, the risk of serious health consequences is considered low. According to the FDA, it is possible, though rare, to experience an 'allergic-type reaction' to color additives like Yellow No. 5, which can include itching or hives in some individuals. PepsiCo, the owner of Gatorade, did not immediately respond to NBC News' request for comment.
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