Haribo Recalls Cannabis-Contaminated Candy After Illnesses in Netherlands

Haribo has recalled a specific batch of its Happy Cola F!ZZ candies in the Netherlands after traces of cannabis were found, leading to several reports of illness among both children and adults. The contaminated products, identified by a particular batch code and expiration date, were primarily found in the eastern part of the country, prompting authorities to issue a nationwide warning against consumption. Dutch police and food safety authorities are investigating how cannabis entered the sweets, with the Dutch National Forensic Institute also analyzing the substances involved. Although only a few packages tested positive, Haribo is conducting a full recall as a precaution and is cooperating closely with authorities. The incident has raised concerns about drug contamination in children's sweets, as similar cases of cannabis-laced edibles have been reported in the Netherlands previously. Haribo emphasized that consumer safety is their top priority and promised refunds for returned products.