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PepsiCo recalls 122,000 Gatorade cases over undeclared artificial food dyes
The FDA designated the nationwide action as a Class II recall affecting four flavors across 37 states.
The short version
- PepsiCo initiated a recall of roughly 122,000 cases of 28-ounce Gatorade bottles across 37 states.[CBS News · The Guardian]
- The affected products include Lemon Lime, Lemon Lime Zero, Orange, and Orange Zero drinks containing undeclared Yellow No. 5 or Yellow No. 6 dyes.[CBS News · The Guardian]
- The FDA categorized the situation as a Class II recall, which involves products that can trigger temporary or medically reversible health reactions.[CBS News]
- PepsiCo did not immediately clarify whether affected consumers will receive refunds for the recalled drinks.[CBS News]
Key facts
- PepsiCo initiated a recall of approximately 122,000 cases of Gatorade across 37 states on September 25.[CBS News · The Guardian]
- The recall involves 28-ounce bottles of Gatorade Lemon Lime, Lemon Lime Zero, Orange, and Orange Zero.[CBS News · The Guardian]
- According to the FDA, the beverages contain undeclared Yellow No. 5 and/or Yellow No. 6 dyes.[CBS News · The Guardian]
- The FDA updated the recall to Class II on October 2, citing potential temporary or medically reversible adverse health effects.[CBS News]
What remains uncertain
- It remains unknown whether consumers who purchased the recalled beverages are eligible for refunds, as PepsiCo did not immediately respond to inquiries.[CBS News · The Guardian]
Sources
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