More than 122,000 cases of Gatorade are being recalled across 37 U.S. states because some bottles contain artificial food dyes that were not listed on their labels, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.
The recall involves 122,021 cases of 28 ounce bottles and comes as the story rapidly gains attention across the United States.
ABC News reports that the affected products include Gatorade Lemon Lime, Gatorade Lemon Lime Zero, Gatorade Orange and Gatorade Orange Zero.
The FDA said the beverages contain Yellow No. 5 and/or Yellow No. 6, even though the color additives were not properly declared on the labels.
PepsiCo voluntarily initiated the recall on September 25. The FDA classified it as a Class II recall on October 2, according to CBS News. That classification means exposure could cause temporary or medically reversible health effects, while the probability of serious health consequences is considered remote.
The recalled drinks were distributed across 37 states, including major markets such as California, Florida, New York, Texas, Pennsylvania and Washington.
Consumers should pay particular attention to the bottle size. The recall specifically covers certain 28 ounce bottles of the four affected varieties. Multiple lot numbers are involved, with expiration dates extending from April through June 2027.
People who have these products at home should check the lot information against the FDA recall notice before drinking them.
The recall is still ongoing, and it remains unclear whether all consumers who purchased affected bottles will be eligible for refunds.
The story has quickly attracted significant public attention. Google Trends showed more than 100,000 searches for “Gatorade recall” as consumers looked for information about which products are affected.Category: Health
