U.S. authorities have recalled over 6,000 bags of repackaged "M&M's" candy after discovering a labeling error that could pose a life-threatening risk to people with allergies. According to the Daily Mail, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) revealed that Beacon Promotions failed to include the necessary allergy warnings on the packaging. The candy contains milk, soy, and peanuts, but these ingredients were not listed on the outer bags, exposing individuals with allergies to a serious risk, including life-threatening allergic reactions.
The affected products include 1.3-ounce bags of Peanut M&M's and Classic M&M's, which were specially designed for corporate events and are not intended for retail sale. They were distributed across 20 U.S. states, including California, Texas, Florida, and New York. To identify the recalled Peanut M&M's, look for the "Make Your Mark" label with batch code M1823200 and an expiration date of April 30, 2026. Classic M&M's can be identified by corporate promotional labels from companies like Subaru, Adobe, Xfinity, and Morgan Stanley, as well as by the specific batch codes and dates mentioned in the official recall announcement.
The company initiated the recall on January 26, and the FDA classified it as a Class II recall on February 4, meaning the product could cause temporary or reversible health consequences with a remote possibility of serious harm. Consuming this candy could lead to a severe allergic reaction, including a rash, swelling, and difficulty breathing, or anaphylactic shock, which can be fatal within minutes. Individuals with any of these allergies are advised not to consume the candy and to dispose of it immediately.
It is worth noting that Beacon Promotions, based in Minnesota, specializes in creating promotional products featuring client logos, including custom M&M's packaging. Among the prominent companies and institutions that received these promotional materials are Subaru, Morgan Stanley, Adobe, Xfinity, Best Western, and universities such as Maryland and Liberty.
