FDA-Food2026-09-23Class IIICHEMICAL
Tiffany Food Corp Hexing Haw Balls candy recalled for unapproved food dye
What this means
Tiffany Food Corp's Hexing Haw Balls candy contains Ponceau 4R, a food dye that is not approved for use in the United States. The affected product is sold in 200g clear plastic bags with a best-before date of 10/01/2026.
- Do not eat this product if you have it at home.
- Check your pantry for Hexing Haw Balls candy in clear plastic bags (UPC 6 920603 810025).
- Discard the product or return it to the store where it was purchased.
The agency's original wording
Hazard
Unapproved dye Ponceau 4R
Intended for
Adults
Illnesses reported
None reported
Sold states
AZ, NY, CA, FL, GA, IL, MA, MN, NC, NJ, OH, PA, NY, TN, TX, VA
Affected count
38 cartons
Manufactured in
2042 Pitkin Ave, N/A, Brooklyn, NY, United States
Products
Hexing Haw Balls candy; packaged in 200g/0.44 lb./7.05 oz clear plastic bag; Ingredients: haw, white sugar, water.; Serving suggestion: ready to eat. Storage: keep in cool and dry place and keep tightly closed in refrigerator after opening.; PRODUCT OF CHINA; UPC 6 920603 810025
UPC codes
- 692060381025
Official notice
https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/ires/index.cfm?Product=H-1387-2026Want us to check the next one for you?
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