American Licorice Co
Recall F-2167-2012 · Union City, CA
Product
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
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.
Distribution
Nationwide distribution.
Quantity affected
~1,5 million pounds, all products
Recall type
Voluntary: Firm initiated
Lot / code info
All candy
Timeline
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