Haribo cannabis gummy recall sparks safety warning in the Netherlands

A beloved treat went rogue when Haribo recalled its Happy Cola F!ZZ gummies in the Netherlands. Investigators discovered traces of cannabis in select 1 kg bags, prompting warnings and a full recall. Several people—including kids—reported dizziness after snacking. Authorities traced the issue to just a few packs with a “Jan 2026” use‑by date and code L341‑4002307906. Haribo promptly cooperated with the Dutch Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority (NVWA) and ongoing police investigations.

A family in eastern Netherlands (Twente region) reported acute illness after eating the candy. Police tested the sample and confirmed cannabis presence. Now, they’re digging into how that cannabis sneakily ended up inside genuine Haribo products.

Haribo clarified that the problem affects only the specific Dutch batch in question. They’re offering consumers full refunds for affected packs. They’re reassuring global fans: no U.S. or other international products got caught up in this mess  . Haribo’s VP of marketing emphasized that safety comes first and that they’re actively supporting the investigation.

Drug experts note that criminal groups may lace sweets to disguise cannabis. Previous cases involved THC‑infused candies disguised as children’s treats in Europe. That adds a chilling twist to this incident.

NVWA holds the recall locally, but their warning could ripple into neighboring EU nations. They’ve explicitly advised: avoid eating the affected gummies, return them for a refund, and await further updates. Dutch police continue investigations into source and distribution.