Serious incident: Cannabis in Haribo sweets shocks parents!

Serious incident: Cannabis in Haribo sweets shocks parents!

A frightening incident occurred in the Netherlands when a toddler fell into a coma after eating Haribo's Happy Cola F!ZZ candy, which was laced with cannabis. The child was initially admitted to a local hospital and later transferred to a specialized children's hospital. However, according to hospital information, the child is already showing progress in recovery. Details about the child's age have been released to protect the family's privacy. In the Twente region, two children, including a preschooler, are receiving medical attention after eating these sweets, as crown reported.

The Dutch Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority (NVWA) confirmed that traces of cannabis were found in two batches of three 1kg packs of Happy Cola F!ZZ. Haribo immediately initiated a recall of the affected products in the Netherlands, Belgium and Luxembourg. The company made it clear that consumer safety is their top priority and they are working closely with authorities to determine the cause of the contamination. However, it remains unclear how the cannabis got into the candy.

Health risks and recalls

The NVWA warned that eating the contaminated sweets could cause health problems such as dizziness. Adults and other consumers also reported health problems after consumption. Concerned parents and consumers were urged to contact medical professionals if they have any complaints or to report the affected products. daily news informs that the incident resulted in several illnesses, making the recall necessary to avoid further health risks.

The recall affects all stocks of the affected “Happy Cola F!ZZ” variety in the packaging size of 1000 grams. The best-before date for these products is given as January 2026. Ruhr24 has advised that consumers should not return the products to retailers. Instead, they should report to the police or send an email to Haribo. A Haribo hotline is available for questions.

Investigations and future outlook

This incident particularly affects Haribo, as the company was founded in Bonn in 1920 by Hans Riegel and has since grown into one of the leading manufacturers of fruit gums and licorice. Not only does the recall pose a challenge for the brand, but Dutch authorities have also launched an investigation into possible tampering with the products. The company is working with the police to clarify the circumstances and identify those who may be responsible. The incident is considered “serious” and investigations are continuing.

Consumers, particularly those near the border with the Netherlands, are strongly encouraged to take this warning seriously and avoid affected products immediately.