Heads up, a popular candy company out of Sioux City, Iowa, has announced a voluntary recall due to potential salmonella contamination.

The candies in question are made by the Palmer Candy Company and are classified as their “White Coated Confectionary Items.”

Salmonella can be harmful and potentially cause fatal infections in young children, the elderly, and individuals with weak immune systems.

Recalled Snacks

The products that are being recalled have been distributed nationwide.

The list of retailers includes...

Walmart
HyVee
Target
Dollar General

The states of concern are...

Alabama
California
Florida
Illinois
Iowa
Kansas
Missouri
Nebraska
North Dakota
Oregon
Pennsylvania
South Carolina
South Dakota
Texas
Virginia
Wisconsin
Wyoming

At this point, there have been no confirmed illnesses related to any of these products.

Source of Contamination

The contamination lies with the liquid coating supplier, which reportedly has been contaminated with salmonella.

As a precautionary measure, the Palmer Candy Company suspended production and issued a recall.

The Food and Drug Administration is currently looking into the issue.

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List of Recalled Products

Caramel Swirl Pretzels (4 oz)
Cookies & Cream Yummy Chow (14#)
Munchy Medley (4 oz)
Peanut Butter Snack Mix (12 oz)
Vanilla Yogurt Covered Pretzels (10 oz)
Zebra Fudge Cookies (7 oz)

The recall has also been expanded to include:

Patriotic White Fudge Cookies (13.5 oz)
Drizzled Caramel Corn (5 oz and 12 oz)

Consumer Guidance

If you have purchased any of these recalled confectionery items, you may return them to the place of purchase for a full refund.

There is also a customer service hotline for questions and concerns.

1-800-831-0828
Monday through Friday
8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

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