A family reported feeling unwell after consuming the affected sweets, leading to an investigation that confirmed the presence of cannabis in specific packs.
Haribo Issues Nationwide Recall of Sweet Packs After Contamination Scare
Haribo Issues Nationwide Recall of Sweet Packs After Contamination Scare
Haribo has announced a recall of its candy products in the Netherlands following the discovery of cannabis contamination.
Haribo, the renowned confectionery brand, is taking precautionary measures after several reports of adverse health effects linked to the consumption of its 1kg packs of Haribo Happy Cola F!ZZ. Concern emerged when a family in the Netherlands described symptoms like dizziness after eating the sweets. The Dutch Food Safety Authority (NVWA) confirmed the presence of cannabis in samples taken from the packs.
To ensure safety, Haribo is cooperating with law enforcement as investigations continue into how the cannabis ended up in the product. Despite only three contaminated bags identified, the company has opted for a comprehensive recall of its entire stock as a precautionary measure.
The recalled products come with a best-before date of January 2026. As per NVWA's advisory, anyone in possession of these sweets is urged not to consume them, amid ongoing fears of health issues stemming from the consumption of contaminated candy.
While it remains unclear how widely the contaminated sweets were distributed, the NVWA is actively probing the incident. Haribo has emphasized that it is committed to consumer safety and is treating the situation with utmost seriousness. Officials have clarified that this recall applies only to the Dutch market, with no other regions being affected and all other products deemed safe for consumption.
To ensure safety, Haribo is cooperating with law enforcement as investigations continue into how the cannabis ended up in the product. Despite only three contaminated bags identified, the company has opted for a comprehensive recall of its entire stock as a precautionary measure.
The recalled products come with a best-before date of January 2026. As per NVWA's advisory, anyone in possession of these sweets is urged not to consume them, amid ongoing fears of health issues stemming from the consumption of contaminated candy.
While it remains unclear how widely the contaminated sweets were distributed, the NVWA is actively probing the incident. Haribo has emphasized that it is committed to consumer safety and is treating the situation with utmost seriousness. Officials have clarified that this recall applies only to the Dutch market, with no other regions being affected and all other products deemed safe for consumption.
