Potential health hazard — use of or exposure to this product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences.
Original Snaps Classic Chewy Candy Recalled by American Licorice Co Due to CA Dept. of Public Health collected random samples...
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
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
Quantity: ~1,5 million pounds, all products
Why Was This Recalled?
CA Dept. of Public Health collected random samples of Red Vines Black Licorice and found elevated levels of lead in the product.
Where Was This Sold?
This product was distributed nationwide across all 50 states.
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