Haribo is recalling packets of sweets in the Netherlands after some were found to contain traces of cannabis. Several people, including multiple members of one family, reported feeling unwell after eating from a 1kg pack of Haribo Happy Cola F!ZZ. A spokesperson for the food safety body in the Netherlands (NVWA) stated that some individuals experienced "dizziness" after consuming the sweets. Following this, samples were taken, leading to the discovery of cannabis. Haribo's representatives confirmed collaboration with police to unravel the contamination details. While NVWA identified three contaminated packs, Haribo is preemptively recalling its entire stock, all sporting a best-before date of January 2026. The total number of affected individuals remains unclear, but police investigations into how cannabis came to be in these sweets are ongoing. The agency cautioned consumers that these bags could potentially result in health issues, advising, "Do not eat the sweets." Confirmation of whether the products are authentic Haribo items or counterfeit is still pending. Haribo emphasizes that consumer safety remains its foremost priority and assures that the recall is limited to the Netherlands, with no other regions being impacted and all other products deemed safe for consumption.
Haribo Recalls Sweets in Netherlands After Cannabis Contamination
Haribo Recalls Sweets in Netherlands After Cannabis Contamination
Haribo initiates a recall of its Happy Cola F!ZZ sweets after traces of cannabis were discovered, leading to multiple health complaints.
Haribo has announced a precautionary recall of their Happy Cola F!ZZ sweets in the Netherlands after trace amounts of cannabis were reportedly found, resulting in several individuals, including a family, feeling unwell. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority (NVWA) confirmed that samples tested positive for cannabis and reported symptoms such as dizziness among consumers. Authorities are investigating the source of contamination and have advised against consuming the affected sweets. Haribo is responding to this serious incident, emphasizing consumer safety, and ensuring that the recall only impacts products distributed in the Netherlands.
