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Class II, May Cause HarmF-1682-2022

Sweetums 24% Sucrose Solution Preservative Free 15 mL cups VPSU15037288. Each box contains 288 cups. Product is aseptically packaged in 15 mL cups with foil lid. Each cup contains 15 mL of USP purified water, 24% sugar, citric acid (buffer). Cup is latex-free, DEHP-free, BPA-free. UPC 00814247020673. Store at room temperature. Product is only used in the hospital setting including the NICU and administered directly to tongue or buccal surface.

Recalled by Clinical Innovations, LLC on Jul 19, 2022

Reviewed by FoodRecallWatch Editorial Team · Updated

Recall Summary

Clinical Innovations, LLC recalled Sweetums 24% Sucrose Solution Preservative Free 15 mL cups VPSU15037288. in a Class II action, the FDA tier for products that may cause temporary or medically reversible health effects on Jul 19, 2022.

The FDA-published reason for this recall is: "Firm received complaints of leaking cups, black liquid, and black particulates in the 24% Sucrose Solution."

Distribution was broad: the FDA record describes it as "Nationwide," which places this among the wider-reach recalls on the site. Consumers across the affected area should check product on hand. The recalling firm is based in Murray, UT. The recall covers 1,773 boxes (288 cups/box) of product. The FDA has Terminated this recall (first reported Sep 7, 2022), its final lifecycle state, indicating the agency considers the corrective action resolved. The historical record remains useful for tracking a brand's recall pattern over time.

Reason for Recall

Firm received complaints of leaking cups, black liquid, and black particulates in the 24% Sucrose Solution.

Product Description

Sweetums 24% Sucrose Solution Preservative Free 15 mL cups VPSU15037288. Each box contains 288 cups. Product is aseptically packaged in 15 mL cups with foil lid. Each cup contains 15 mL of USP purified water, 24% sugar, citric acid (buffer). Cup is latex-free, DEHP-free, BPA-free. UPC 00814247020673. Store at room temperature. Product is only used in the hospital setting including the NICU and administered directly to tongue or buccal surface.

Distribution

Nationwide.

What Should You Do?

  • 1.Check your kitchen for this product immediately.
  • 2.Do not consume the recalled product.
  • 3.Return the product to where you bought it for a full refund, or throw it away.
  • 4.If you have experienced any health issues, contact your healthcare provider.

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Source: FDA Recalls, Market Withdrawals and Safety Alerts, 2026.