FDA gives Gatorade recall Class II risk level

PepsiCo recalled 122,021 cases of 28-ounce Gatorade products distributed in 37 states, including California, because of undeclared food colorings, KTLA reported.

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration classified the recall as Class II, a risk level for products that may cause temporary or medically reversible health effects, according to KTLA.

The recall includes Gatorade Lemon Lime, Gatorade Lemon Lime Zero, Gatorade Orange and Gatorade Orange Zero, according to KTLA.

The products were recalled because they contain undeclared Yellow No. 6 and possibly Yellow No. 5, KTLA reported. The recall was first announced Sept. 25.

The FDA assigned the recall a Class II risk level Friday. The agency defines that category as involving possible "temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences," according to KTLA.

The affected 28-ounce bottles were distributed in 37 states, including California, KTLA reported. The article listed 15 recalled lot entries.

The FDA says most color additives used in food, drugs, cosmetics and some medical devices must be approved before use and comply with "the approved uses, specifications, and restrictions," according to the agency as cited by KTLA.

Consumers can check the FDA recall information and product lot details for the affected Gatorade products, KTLA reported.