Tiffany Food Corp Hexing Haw Balls Recall Over Unapproved Dye Ponceau 4R
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Tiffany Food Corp is recalling Hexing Haw Balls candy due to unapproved dye Ponceau 4R. The recall covers 38 cartons distributed in multiple states.
What this FDA recall tells you, and what most readers miss
This notice was issued by FDA on September 29, 2026 and geographically references United States. The FDA classifies this as a Class III recall, with the stated reason "Unapproved dye Ponceau 4R", distributed az, ny, ca, fl, ga, il, ma, mn, nc, nj, oh, pa, ny, tn, tx, va. FDA recall classes run from I (reasonable probability of serious harm) to III (unlikely to cause harm), so the class number is the fastest way to gauge severity here. The category it belongs to - FDA Recalls - determines the consumer-protection framework behind it, which shapes what remedies (refunds, replacements, repairs, or the recall itself) are available to affected consumers and which agency holds statutory responsibility for enforcement.
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What Happened
Tiffany Food Corp is recalling Hexing Haw Balls candy because it contains the unapproved dye Ponceau 4R.
Which Products Are Affected
The affected product is Hexing Haw Balls candy packaged in 200g/0.44 lb./7.05 oz clear plastic bags with UPC 6 920603 810025. A total of 38 cartons are affected, with Best Before date of 10/01/2026. The product was distributed in AZ, NY, CA, FL, GA, IL, MA, MN, NC, NJ, OH, PA, NY, TN, TX, VA.
What You Should Do
Consumers should not eat the product. Contact information for returns or refunds was not provided in the recall notice.
Why This Matters
The recall involves a food product containing an unapproved dye.
Source
FDA recall number H-1387-2026
Original source: FDA Official Notice ↗
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