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American Licorice Co recalls 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;
Recalled September 26, 2012 · FDA recall F-2167-2012 · American Licorice
Hazard
CA Dept. of Public Health collected random samples of Red Vines Black Licorice and found elevated levels of lead in the product. · FDA Class II
Units
~1,5 million pounds, all products
Sold at
Nationwide distribution.
Description
CA Dept. of Public Health collected random samples of Red Vines Black Licorice and found elevated levels of lead in the product.
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
Manufacturer(s)
American Licorice Co
Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Official recall notice on fda.gov →