Ricky Joy Recalls More Than 2.3 Million Sour Crush Candy Bottles Due to Risk of Serious Injury or Death from Choking Hazard
The rolling ball on the recalled candy bottles can detach, posing a risk of serious injury or death from choking hazard.
Clear glass bottle with black screw lid with multi label… was recalled on August 10, 2026 in cooperation with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration because labeling, wheat not listed as sub ingredient of chicken bouillon (minor ingredient), and soybean oil missing from ingredient list.
Clear glass bottle with black screw lid with multi label which reads in part as "***AFRICANDO FOODS, LLC ALFREDO HOT SAUCE, Net Weight 8 oz. ***INGREDIENTS: Habenaro Peppers, Garlic, Onions, Water, Distilled 5% White Vinegar, Spices***Manufactured and Packed By Africando Foods, LLC 1121S Gilbert Ct. Iowa City, IA 52240***"
UPC: 860004527114 AF25296, exp. 10/23/2026 AF25303, exp. 10/30/2026 AF25319, exp. 11/15/2026 AF25333, exp. 11/29/2026 AF25343, exp. 12/09/2026 AF25357, exp. 12/23/2026
Units affected: 720 (8 oz) jars
Where it was sold: 8 wholesale and retail locations in IA, KY and IL
Compare the codes above against the label on your product — usually on the bottom, the back panel, or the packaging. If your unit isn't listed, it is not part of this recall.
Labeling, wheat not listed as sub ingredient of chicken bouillon (minor ingredient), and soybean oil missing from ingredient list
Class II means the product might cause a temporary or medically reversible health problem; the chance of serious harm is remote.
Stop using the product. Return it to the place of purchase for a refund, or dispose of it. Contact the recalling firm with questions.
Contact: Recalling firm: Africando Foods LLC
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Always confirm details on the official notice from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration before acting.
View official notice →The rolling ball on the recalled candy bottles can detach, posing a risk of serious injury or death from choking hazard.
The black eyes can detach from the recalled teether if frozen, posing a risk of serious injury or death from a choking hazard.
The glued knot on the elastic cord can become untied on the recalled product, allowing young children access to the small wooden and plastic pieces, posing a risk of serious injury or death from choking and ingestion hazards.
Potential E. coli and Salmonella contamination
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