Supplement Recall: What You Need to Know About Hidden DMAA

A new supplement recall is a reminder that “natural” labels do not guarantee safety. The FDA has classified the recall of RAPTURE Pre Workout powder as Class I, its highest risk level, after testing found a hidden stimulant. If you or a grown child keeps workout powders at home, this is essential reading.

Why This Supplement Recall Matters to You

The powder contains DMAA (1,3-dimethylamylamine), a stimulant that is not a legal dietary ingredient. The FDA says it can narrow blood vessels and raise blood pressure. That can lead to shortness of breath, chest tightness, irregular heartbeat, heart attack, and seizures.

These risks hit harder after 50. Nearly half of U.S. adults already live with high blood pressure, and many take heart or blood-pressure medicines. A hidden stimulant can work against those prescriptions without you ever knowing it is in the scoop.

Key Facts & Context

Leader Formulas, LLC, of Tomball, Texas, announced the recall on October 6, 2026. The FDA assigned the Class I rating on October 2. The agency had already warned in May that the product “may be harmful due to a hidden ingredient.”

• Product: RAPTURE Pre Workout, 450-gram plastic container with a rhinoceros print seal.
• Affected lot: 260327-4 only.
• Flavors: Rainbow Twist, Electric Lemonade, and Berry Mojito.
• Sold: Nationwide, in stores and online, from January 29, 2025 to May 25, 2026.

The company reports no adverse events so far. Even so, the FDA classifies a Class I recall when a product could cause serious harm or death.

What This Means for You: Your 3-Step Safety Check

Action 1: Check your cabinet and your family’s gym bags

Look for the name, the lot number 260327-4, and the three flavors. Grandchildren and adult children often buy these powders, so ask them to check, too. If you find a match, stop using it right away.

Action 2: How do I get my money back?

Return the container to the place of purchase for a full refund. Keep the receipt or take a photo of the label. If you feel unwell after using it, call your doctor or seek urgent care for chest pain or trouble breathing.

Action 3: How can I spot hidden stimulants on other labels?

The FDA says DMAA can hide under other names, including “geranium extract” and “Pelargonium graveolens extract.” Show any supplement to your pharmacist before you start it, since they can flag interactions with your medications. You can also report suspect products through the FDA Safety Reporting Portal. For more on medication safety, see our guide on drug interactions and older adults and our earlier blood pressure pill recall checklist.

Looking Forward

Supplements are not reviewed by the FDA for safety before they reach shelves, so recalls like this often come months after products are sold. Build a simple habit: check the FDA recall page each month, and treat any “energy” or “pre-workout” product with extra caution. A two-minute label check is a small price for a healthy heart.

Staying informed about health research also helps. Read our look at the latest brain aging research for more evidence-based ways to protect your long-term health.