LINCOLNTON, N.C., Aug. 29 /PRNewswire/ -- Lucky Country Inc. of
Lincolnton, NC is recalling all of its natural black licorice products from
California, Colorado, Connecticut, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Iowa, Illinois,
Indiana, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Hampshire, Pennsylvania, Utah,
Virginia, and Washington State due to elevated levels of lead.
Recent tests performed by the California Department of Public Health and
the Food and Drug Administration showed that Lucky Country Aussie Style Soft
Gourmet Licorice Black (All Natural) in 1.5 lb bags contained a lead level
exceeding the level permitted in candy. Because of this finding, Lucky
Country is voluntarily recalling all of its Lucky Country Aussie Style Soft
Gourmet Licorice Black (All Natural) from the market. In addition to the 1.5
lb bags, Lucky Country also manufactures this natural black licorice product
in 6 oz and 3 lb bags, and in a 1 lb tub. Consumers are advised to check to
see if they have this product in their possession and should either dispose of
it or return it to their retail outlet for a full refund.
Lucky Country is cooperating with the California Department of Public
Health and the Food and Drug Administration to conduct the recall. Consumers
with questions may contact the company at customerservice@lucky-country.com,
or 828 428-8313 during business hours.
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