LOW RISK
Terminated
F-0676-2017
Airheads Mini Bars 12oz bags of assorted flavors. 12 - 12oz bags are included in cardboard cartons. Assorted flavors include Cherry, Watermelon, Blue Raspberry, and White Mystery.
Recalled by Perfetti Van Melle USA Inc
Classification
Class III — Products that are unlikely to cause any adverse health reaction, but that violate FDA labeling or manufacturing laws.
Reason for Recall
Blood was observed on equipment during packaging.
Product Details
Product Quantity
4,147 cases of 12/12oz bags
Product Type
Food
Code Info
On the cardboard cases: Lot codes 100061918 and 100063678 - On the retail bags: 61918 Best By 05-02-2018 and 63678 Best By 06-06-2018 - On individually wrapped candy pieces: 61469
Voluntary/Mandated
Voluntary: Firm initiated
Distribution & Geography
Distribution Pattern
US Nationwide. The product was distributed to the following states: AL, CA, IL, IN, KY, LA, MD, ME, MI, MN, MO, NC, NE, NH, NJ, NY, OH, OK PA, SC, TX, VA, VT, WA, and WI.
Company Location
Erlanger, KY, 41018-3109
Timeline
Report Date
12/14/2016
Recall Initiated
09/02/2016
Classification Date
12/08/2016
Termination Date
07/11/2017
Source: U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) — FDA Recalls
Last updated: August 29, 2026
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