Haribo is withdrawing Happy Cola due to cannabis contamination.
In the Netherlands, Haribo issues recall of "Happy Cola F!ZZ" due to the presence of cannabis in the candy. According to the Dutch Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority (NVWA), traces of cannabis were found in several packets of the fruit gums, leading to health issues in consumers, including children.
The company has initiated a full recall of the "Happy Cola" product in the Netherlands as a precaution. Some people, both children and adults, have reported experiencing health problems after consuming the candy. The NVWA explains that the sweets could cause dizziness upon consumption, and it is believed that cannabis was found in the suspect cola bottles.
Police are now investigating how the cannabis got into the fruit gums and are working closely with Haribo to determine the cause of the contamination. Haribo has issued a safety warning, advising consumers not to eat the affected sweets, and has described the incident as "serious." The company's marketing vice-president, Patrick Tax, emphasized that consumer safety remains the top priority.
"Happy Cola" products, which have been a classic in Haribo’s range for decades, are only affected in specific batches in the Netherlands, and the recall does not extend to Haribo products elsewhere. It is essential to note that the contamination was initially reported after a family in Twente became ill upon consuming the sweets and alerted police. Subsequent forensic analysis by the authorities confirmed the presence of cannabis in the candy, with only three bags affected, according to the NVWA.
Sources: ntv.de, mpe/AFP
- The community should be aware of the new policy from Haribo regarding the recall of the "Happy Cola" product due to contamination with cannabis, which could potentially impact health-and-wellness, especially for children and individuals with medical-conditions.
- In light of the recent contamination incident involving "Happy Cola" fruit gums, Haribo's employment policy might undergo changes focusing on stricter quality control and vocational training for staff responsible for product safety and handling.
- As Haribo deals with the aftermath of the contamination incident, focusing on health-and-wellness becomes essential, as the public may look to alternative food-and-drink options for lifestyle choices, avoiding potentially unsafe products.
