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More than 2 Million Sour Candy Bottles Recalled over Choking Hazard, Safety Regulators Say
The company said no injuries have been reported and told consumers to stop using the candy and seek a refund.
- On Thursday, The Ricky Joy Company recalled roughly 2.3 million Sour Crush Rolling Liquid Candy Bottles after federal safety officials warned the rollerball top could detach, posing a choking hazard.
- The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission issued the recall notice, warning that the detachable part could cause serious injury or death, though The CPSC reported no actual incidents or injuries to date.
- Sold from January 2023 through May 2026, the 1.85 fluid ounce candies were available at retailers including Walmart, H-E-B, and Forman Mills, plus online at CandyFunHouse and RickyJoy.com.
- Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled candy and contact The Ricky Joy Company for a refund; the manufacturer will provide a prepaid shipping label for returns.
- Anyone with questions can reach The Ricky Joy Company at 404-975-0352 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET, Monday through Friday, or visit the company's recall website for additional information.
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More than 2.3 million Ricky Joy Sour Crush Rolling Liquid Candy Bottles were recalled because part of the packaging could create a choking hazard.The issue was not with the candy itself. The concern involved the rolling ball on top that…
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