Haribo, a global leader in confectionery products, has issued a product recall in the Netherlands after detecting cannabis in a batch of its Happy Cola gummies. The company confirmed the incident to local authorities, who are now investigating the source of the contamination. This is the second time Haribo has faced such an issue in the Netherlands, raising concerns about the company’s quality control processes.
The affected batch of Happy Cola gummies was distributed in the Netherlands and is believed to have been contaminated during the manufacturing process. Haribo has not disclosed the extent of the contamination or how many units were affected. The company is working closely with regulatory bodies to trace the origin of the cannabis and prevent further distribution of the contaminated product.
Authorities have launched an investigation to determine how the cannabis entered the product, which could have serious health implications for consumers. The incident has sparked discussions about food safety standards and the need for stricter quality control measures in the confectionery industry. Haribo has assured customers that it is taking full responsibility for the issue and is committed to ensuring the safety of its products.