What happened
Unapproved dye Ponceau 4R
What to do
Check your fridge, freezer and pantry for the product described below, and compare the brand, size and product codes carefully. If you have it, don't eat it. Throw it away or return it to the store where you bought it for a refund. If you or someone in your home ate it and feels unwell, contact a doctor. If you have a food allergy, don't eat the product even if it looks and smells normal.
Recall details
- Recall date
- Aug 28, 2026
- Country
- United States
- Company
- Tiffany Food Corp
- Type
- Class III
- Reason
- Unapproved dye Ponceau 4R
- Product
- 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
- Where it was sold
- AZ, NY, CA, FL, GA, IL, MA, MN, NC, NJ, OH, PA, NY, TN, TX, VA
- Quantity
- 38 cartons
- Product codes
- Best Before 10/01/2026
- Status
- Ongoing
- Recall number
- H-1387-2026
Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). This page summarizes the official notice; the agency's notice is the authoritative version.