Haribo cannabis gummy recall sparks safety warning in the Netherlands

A beloved treat went rogue when Haribo recalled its Happy Cola F!ZZ gummies
in the Netherlands. Investigators discovered traces of cannabis in select
1 kg bags, prompting warnings and a full recall. Several people—including
kids—reported dizziness after snacking. Authorities traced the issue to
just a few packs with a “Jan 2026” use‑by date and code L341‑4002307906.
Haribo promptly cooperated with the Dutch Food and Consumer Product Safety
Authority (NVWA) and ongoing police investigations.

A family in eastern Netherlands (Twente region) reported acute illness
after eating the candy. Police tested the sample and confirmed cannabis
presence. Now, they’re digging into how that cannabis sneakily ended up
inside genuine Haribo products.

Haribo clarified that the problem affects only the specific Dutch batch in
question. They’re offering consumers full refunds for affected packs.
They’re reassuring global fans: no U.S. or other international products got
caught up in this mess . Haribo’s VP of marketing emphasized that safety
comes first and that they’re actively supporting the investigation.

Drug experts note that criminal groups may lace sweets to disguise
cannabis. Previous cases involved THC‑infused candies disguised as
children’s treats in Europe. That adds a chilling twist to this incident.
*What happens next?*

NVWA holds the recall locally, but their warning could ripple into
neighboring EU nations. They’ve explicitly advised: avoid eating the
affected gummies, return them for a refund, and await further updates.
Dutch police continue investigations into source and distribution.

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