Original Snaps Classic Chewy Candy; packed in 5.5 oz bags, 4.5 oz theatre box and 12 oz. tins. UPC 5.5 oz - 4136408300; 4.5 oz Theatre Box UPC 4136408302; Theatre box shipper UPC 4136408295. 12 oz tin UPC 4136408299; American Licorice Company Union City, CA
Class I - DangerousWhat Should You Do?
- Check if you have this product: All candy
- Do not eat it: Even if it looks and smells fine, do not consume this product.
- Throw it away or return it: You can return the product to the store for a full refund.
- Seek medical attention if needed: If you've consumed this product and feel unwell, contact your doctor immediately.
- Report problems: Report any issues to the FDA's Safety Reporting Portal.
⚠️ Emergency: If you experience severe symptoms after consuming this product, call 911 or Poison Control at 1-800-222-1222.
Recall Details
- Company:
- American Licorice Co
- Reason for Recall:
- CA Dept. of Public Health collected random samples of Red Vines Black Licorice and found elevated levels of lead in the product.
- Classification:
- Class I - Dangerous
Dangerous or defective products that predictably could cause serious health problems or death.
- Status:
- terminated
Product Information
Full Description:
Original Snaps Classic Chewy Candy; packed in 5.5 oz bags, 4.5 oz theatre box and 12 oz. tins. UPC 5.5 oz - 4136408300; 4.5 oz Theatre Box UPC 4136408302; Theatre box shipper UPC 4136408295. 12 oz tin UPC 4136408299; American Licorice Company Union City, CA
Product Codes/Lot Numbers:
All candy
Official Source
Always verify recall information with the official FDA source:
View on FDA.govFDA Recall Number: F-2167-2012
Related Recalls
Firm's internal sampling of the product found elevated levels of lead in the product.
CA Dept. of Public Health collected random samples of Red Vines Black Licorice and found elevated levels of lead in the product.
CA Dept. of Public Health collected random samples of Red Vines Black Licorice and found elevated levels of lead in the product.