MODERATE RISK
Terminated
F-2167-2012
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
Recalled by American Licorice Co
Classification
Class II — Products that might cause a temporary health problem, or pose only a slight threat of a serious nature.
Reason for Recall
CA Dept. of Public Health collected random samples of Red Vines Black Licorice and found elevated levels of lead in the product.
Product Details
Product Quantity
~1,5 million pounds, all products
Product Type
Food
Code Info
All candy
Voluntary/Mandated
Voluntary: Firm initiated
Distribution & Geography
Distribution Pattern
Nationwide distribution.
Company Location
Union City, CA, 94587-1913
Timeline
Report Date
09/26/2012
Recall Initiated
08/21/2012
Classification Date
09/19/2012
Termination Date
06/23/2015
Source: U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) — FDA Recalls
Last updated: July 14, 2026
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