Pepsico gatorade recall undeclared dyes

On 28 September 2026, PepsiCo announced a voluntary recall of select batches of Gatorade Thirst Quencher products distributed across several states. The recall was initiated after internal quality control testing revealed the presence of undeclared artificial dyes that were not listed on the product labels. While the specific dyes involved are approved for food use by regulatory authorities, their omission from the packaging poses a potential risk to consumers with specific sensitivities or allergies to these color additives. The affected products were primarily sold in large-format retail stores and convenience outlets throughout the Midwest and Northeast regions. PepsiCo has stated that the issue was isolated to a single manufacturing facility and that corrective measures have already been implemented to ensure label accuracy moving forward. Consumers who purchased the impacted batches are advised to check the lot codes provided on the company’s official website and return the items to their point of purchase for a full refund. No illnesses or adverse reactions have been reported in connection with this labeling oversight.