Class II โ€” Potential Health Hazard

Potential health hazard โ€” use of or exposure to this product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences.

American Vines band Natural Vines Black Soft Licorice Twists Recalled by American Licorice Co Due to Firm's internal sampling of the product found elevated...

Date: October 2, 2012
Company: American Licorice Co
Status: Terminated
Source: FDA (Food)

What You Should Do

Stop using this product immediately. Do not consume, use, or distribute it.

Return the product to the place of purchase for a full refund. If you have questions, contact American Licorice Co directly.

Affected Products

American Vines band Natural Vines Black Soft Licorice Twists; All Natural Ingredients, 8 oz (226g), No Preservatives, Product is processed and packaged by American Licorice Company, Union City, CA; Displays and Pallets info: ----6 ct. Case, Item: #8483, Case UPC: 00-41364 08483-8; ----12 ct. Case, Item: #8481, Case UPC: 100-41364 08481-4; ----36/8oz Combo Floor Display (Black Only), Item: #8484, Item UPC: 041364084817, Case UPC: 100-41364 08484-5; ----18/8oz Combo Wing Display (Black Only), Item: #8485, Item UPC: 041364084817, Case UPC: 100-41364 08485-2

Quantity: 13796 Cases

Why Was This Recalled?

Firm's internal sampling of the product found elevated levels of lead in the product.

Where Was This Sold?

This product was distributed nationwide across all 50 states.

Affected (51 states)Not affected

About American Licorice Co

American Licorice Co has 4 total recalls tracked by RecallDetector.

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Data sourced from the FDA (Food). Last updated March 26, 2026. View original report