The Recall Desk
HighFDA (Food)·F-0640-2024·Announced 2023-12-27

Candy Shop Rainbow Belts recalled for undeclared gluten in gluten-free product

Island Snacks, Inc. is recalling The Candy Shop Rainbow Belts because the product is labeled gluten-free but contains modified wheat flour. This poses a risk to consumers with celiac disease or gluten sensitivity.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: FDA Class II allergen mislabeling on gluten (a common allergen). No illnesses or injuries reported, making the hazard theoretical rather than demonstrated per severity rubric criteria.

Plain-English summary

Island Snacks, Inc. is recalling The Candy Shop Rainbow Belts (10.5 oz/298g, SKU 400255786276) due to a labeling discrepancy. The product packaging states the candy is gluten-free, but the ingredient statement lists modified wheat flour as an ingredient.

This mislabeling poses a risk to consumers with celiac disease or gluten sensitivity who rely on the "gluten-free" claim to safely select products. Affected lot numbers are 04172025, 05162025, and 06272025.

The recalled product was distributed in California. Approximately 1,900 cases were affected. To date, no illnesses or injuries have been reported.

Consumers with gluten sensitivity or celiac disease who have purchased this product should not consume it and may contact Island Snacks, Inc. for further assistance.

The recalled product

Product
The Candy Shop Rainbow Belts Net Wt. 10.5 oz. (298g) SKU Code: 400255786276
Manufacturer
Island Snacks, Inc.
Category
Food — Candy
Hazard
  • allergen-gluten
  • mis-labeling

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Lot numbers (3)

  • Lot #: 04172025
  • 05162025
  • 06272025

Distribution

Distributed in 1 state:

  • CA

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