UPDATE: Lucky Country Recalls ALL Natural Black Licorice
Licorice recalled due to elevated lead levels.
Lucky Country Inc. of Lincolnton, NC is recalling all of its natural black licorice products. This is an extension beyond a previous recall we wrote about.
Recent analysis of this candy by CDPH determined that the product contained as much as 0.15 parts per million (ppm) of lead. California considers candies with lead levels in excess of 0.10 ppm to be contaminated.
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 in possession of Lucky Country Aussie Style Soft Gourmet Black Licorice candy should discard them immediately. Pregnant women and parents of children who may have consumed this candy should consult their physician or other health care provider to determine if medical testing is needed.
This recall now extends to California, Colorado, Connecticut, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Iowa, Illinois, Indiana, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Hampshire, Pennsylvania, Utah, Virginia, and Washington State.
- customerservice@lucky-country.com
- 828 428-8313, phone
- Lucky Country Inc.
3333 Finger Mill Road,
Lincolnton, NC 28092
April 9th, 2010 at 6:45 pm
We were recently introduced to Lucky Country Aussie Style soft gourmet licorace, black, while visiting friends in Oregon. We liked it so much we bought many bags to take home to Minnesota. What is the date of this recall? The number on one bag is 817795000005.
Also, is there any place nearby where we can purchase this item? We shop in Fargo, ND and Grand Forks, ND and, occasionally, the Twin Cities of St. Paul and Minneapolis, MN
Thank you,
Maxine Rasmusson
May 2nd, 2010 at 12:18 pm
Hi, this recall was from August 2008.
June 24th, 2010 at 11:07 am
I love your licorice, but not black. I’ve never seen licorice come in so many flavors. Could you ell me where in Central Florida I could buy it? I’ve checked walgreens, Wal-Mart, CVS Drug stores, Target and have only been able to find the black. Bed, Bath and Beyond is the only place I’ve seen strawberry and that’s where I buy it, but I would love to get the green apple and pineapple as well. Do you still make these flavors and can I order them on line? Please let me know. Thank you