The Candy Basket Inc

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

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by FoodRecallsDB.info

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