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The Candy Basket Inc

Recall #F-0556-2025 · Initiated 2025-01-15

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What happened
The Candy Basket Inc. is recalling Orange Jelly Sticks DARK candy because the product contains Yellow #6 food dye and sodium benzoate (a preservative) that were not listed on the label. The candy was sold in bulk 4-pound boxes from candy stores in California, Oregon, and Washington.
Who is at risk
People with allergies or sensitivities to Yellow #6 dye or sodium benzoate should be concerned, as well as anyone who needs to avoid these additives for medical reasons.
What to do
If you purchased Orange Jelly Sticks DARK in a 4-pound bulk box (item number CB741-D) from a candy store in CA, OR, or WA, do not eat the product. Return it to the store where you bought it or contact The Candy Basket Inc. for a refund.
Product
Orange Jelly Sticks DARK, item number CB741-D, is packed and sold in bulk 4lbs. boxes. Product does not have a UPC and is not repackaged for retail. Product was sold out of bulk chocolate cases from candy stores to consumers without any labeling. Label on bulk 4lbs. box declares "Ingredients: Dark Chocolate (***milk fat (butter), soya lecithin***), Sugar, Corn Syrup, Fruit Pectin,***Vegetable Oil". Manufactured By: The Candy Basket, Inc. Portland, OR.
Reason for recall
Undeclared Yellow #6, and Sodium Benzoate.
Quantity affected
516/4lb. boxes total
Distribution
distributed in CA, OR and WA.
Lot / code info
All lots up to 025014.
Voluntary / mandated
Voluntary: Firm initiated
Initial notification
Telephone
Terminated
2025-03-18

Recalling firm

The Candy Basket Inc
1924 Ne 181st Ave
Portland, OR 97230-6902
United States

Recall classification

Remote probability of serious adverse health consequences, or temporary reversible consequences.

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