Energy Drinks Recalled Due to Caffeine and Labeling Concerns

October 22, 2023 Canada

In the interest of public safety and adherence to Canada’s food safety standards, a voluntary recall has been initiated for various brands of Caffeinated Energy Drinks and Mixes due to non-compliance with caffeine content and labelling requirements. These products may pose health risks, especially for children, pregnant and breastfeeding individuals, and those sensitive to caffeine.

The recall pertains to the following brands and their respective products:

  1. 3D Alphaland Caffeinated Energy Drinks
    • All flavors containing caffeine and lacking bilingual (English and French) labeling.
    • Recall Date: July 12, 2023
  2. 5 Hour Caffeinated Energy Drinks
    • All flavors containing caffeine and lacking bilingual (English and French) labeling.
    • Recall Date: July 12, 2023
  3. Alani Nu Caffeinated Energy Drinks
    • All flavors containing caffeine and lacking bilingual (English and French) labeling.
    • Recall Date: August 2, 2023
  4. AriZona RX Energy Caffeinated Energy Drinks
    • All flavors containing caffeine and lacking bilingual (English and French) labeling.
    • Recall Date: September 19, 2023
  5. Bang Caffeinated Energy Drinks
    • All flavors containing caffeine and lacking bilingual (English and French) labeling.
    • Recall Date: July 28, 2023
  6. Bob Ross Caffeinated Energy Drinks
    • All flavors containing caffeine and lacking bilingual (English and French) labeling.
    • Recall Date: August 29, 2023
  7. Bum Energy Caffeinated Energy Drinks
    • All flavors containing caffeine and lacking bilingual (English and French) labeling.
    • Recall Date: October 20, 2023
  8. C4 Caffeinated Energy Drinks
    • All flavors containing caffeine and lacking bilingual (English and French) labeling.
    • Recall Date: July 28, 2023
  9. Carabao Caffeinated Energy Drinks
    • All flavors containing caffeine and lacking bilingual (English and French) labeling.
    • Recall Date: September 19, 2023
  10. Celsius Caffeinated Energy Drinks
    • All flavors containing caffeine and lacking bilingual (English and French) labeling.
    • Recall Date: July 12, 2023

Reason for Recall: The affected products are being recalled from the marketplace due to various non-compliances related to caffeine content and labelling requirements. These non-compliances include exceeding the maximum allowable caffeine content of 180mg per single serving and not having bilingual labeling in either English and French. The absence of required cautionary statements on the labels could also impact consumers’ ability to make informed decisions.

Health Risks: Consuming excessive levels of caffeine can have adverse health effects, particularly for children, pregnant and breastfeeding individuals, and those who are sensitive to caffeine. Exercising while consuming caffeine may also lead to adverse health effects. Common side effects of excessive caffeine consumption include insomnia, irritability, headaches, and nervousness.

Consumers are advised not to consume, use, sell, serve, or distribute the recalled products. If you have purchased any of these products, it is recommended to return them to the place of purchase or dispose of them properly.

For further information or inquiries about this recall, consumers can contact the respective manufacturers of the recalled products or visit the official website of Health Canada for updates and additional guidance regarding food safety.

For the most up-to-date information on recalls and food safety standards, please visit Health Canada’s official website.

Source:https://recalls-rappels.canada.ca/en/alert-recall/various-brands-caffeinated-energy-drinks-may-be-unsafe-due-caffeine-content-and?utm_source=gc-notify&utm_medium=email&utm_content=en&utm_campaign=hc-sc-rsa-22-23

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