Dollar Tree Distribution Candy Canes Recall: FDA Class II

Why it was recalled

Candy product may contain metal and/or plastic pieces embedded in the candy.

Product description

Candy Canes, Cherry Flavor, 5 oz boxes, packed 12 candy canes/box, and labeled in part ***Distributed by Greenbriar International, Inc., Chesapeake, VA 23320, MADE IN CHINA***

Lot numbers, UPCs & expiration codes

Batch number: 01880-001 120504

Where it was sold

Nationwide and Canada

What to do if you have this product

Compare the brand, size, and lot/UPC codes on your package with the codes above.
If it matches, don't eat it. Return it to the store for a refund or throw it away.
Wash surfaces and containers that touched the product.
If you feel sick after eating it, contact your doctor. In an emergency call 911.

Recall details

Recall number: F-0883-2013
Classification: Class II
Status: Terminated
Recall initiated: Dec 21, 2012
FDA report date: Jan 23, 2013
Quantity: 1,257,120 boxes
Recall type: Voluntary: Firm initiated
Recalling firm: Dollar Tree Distribution, Inc.

Original FDA data

Every field from FDA enforcement report F-0883-2013, exactly as published.

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City: Chesapeake
State: VA
Status: Terminated
Country: United States
Event ID: 63995
Address: 500 Volvo Parkway
Code information: Batch number: 01880-001 120504
Postal code: 23320
Report date: Jan 23, 2013
Product type: Food
Recall number: F-0883-2013
Classification: Class II
Recalling firm: Dollar Tree Distribution, Inc.
Product quantity: 1,257,120 boxes
Termination date: Mar 29, 2013
Reason for recall: Candy product may contain metal and/or plastic pieces embedded in the candy.
Voluntary / mandated: Voluntary: Firm initiated
Product description: Candy Canes, Cherry Flavor, 5 oz boxes, packed 12 candy canes/box, and labeled in part ***Distributed by Greenbriar International, Inc., Chesapeake, VA 23320, MADE IN CHINA***
Distribution pattern: Nationwide and Canada
Recall initiation date: Dec 21, 2012
Initial firm notification: E-Mail
Center classification date: Jan 14, 2013

How we source this data

Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration enforcement report F-0883-2013, published Jan 23, 2013. View the source record (openFDA) · FDA enforcement reports

Last checked against FDA data: Oct 2, 2026. Content last changed: Oct 2, 2026.

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Dollar Tree Distribution Candy Canes Recall

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