Cannabis in Haribo fruit gum: recall and health warning!

Cannabis in Haribo fruit gum: recall and health warning!

Graz, Österreich - What's going on with the popular Haribo fruit gum? In the past few days, an unpleasant surprise has caused excitement: traces of cannabis were discovered in the Netherlands in certain "Happy Cola" fruit gums. However, the Haribo company, which is known for its tasty sweets, calms down: The cannabis did not get into the products during the production process, as [Kleine Zeitung] (https://www.kleinezeitung.at/wirtschaft/19775152/cannabis-freuchtgummis-sache-nicht-ba-hie-be-hie--ba-hie--ba-hie--ba-hie--ba-hie--ba-hie--ba-hie--ba-hain-

In a careful examination by an independent laboratory, Haribo confirmed that the tests of the affected batch and the raw materials used showed negative results - there were no signs of contamination. The local authorities also support this findings and see no indication of contamination in the production facilities. Nevertheless, a precautionary callback campaign for those affected "Happy Cola" kilot bags, which have a minimum durability by January 2026, was launched at the end of May.

health concerns and recall action

The Dutch authority for food and product security (NVWA) warned that consumption of these products can cause health problems such as vertigo feelings. There have already been several complaints about discomfort after eating the affected fruit gums, including children. Two minors even had to be treated in a clinic, such as wdr reported.

The exact cause of how cannabis got into the sweets is currently still unclear. Haribo takes the incident very seriously and works closely with the investigative authorities. The police conduct further investigations to clarify the path of contamination.

improved information for consumers

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We will continue to pursue the developments related to this incident and keep it up to date with new findings. It is currently advisable to pull the affected products out of circulation until the causes are fully clarified. The safety and health of consumers naturally has a top priority.