F-2167-2012 Class II Terminated
FDA food recall F-2167-2012 was initiated by American Licorice Co on August 21, 2012 and is designated Class II. 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. The recall status is terminated (terminated June 23, 2015). Affected quantity: ~1,5 million pounds, all products.
Recall Details
- Product Type
- Food
- Report Date
- September 26, 2012
- Initiation Date
- August 21, 2012
- Termination Date
- June 23, 2015
- Voluntary/Mandated
- Voluntary: Firm initiated
- Product Quantity
- ~1,5 million pounds, all products
Product Description
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
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.
Distribution Pattern
Nationwide distribution.
Code Information
All candy