Nationwide Recall for White-Coated Candy Due to Salmonella Risk

CALIFORNIA (May 7, 2024) — Palmer Candy has issued a nationwide recall for a range of white-coated confectionery products due to potential salmonella contamination. 

The Palmer Candy recall, announced in an official notice from the Food and Drug Administration, affects products sold at major retailers including Dollar General, HyVee, Target, and Walmart.

The contamination issue was brought to Palmer Candy’s attention by their liquid coating supplier, who identified a risk from an ingredient supplied by a secondary vendor that may be tainted with salmonella. This bacterium can cause serious, potentially fatal infections particularly in vulnerable groups such as the young, elderly, or those with compromised immune systems. 

Healthy individuals may experience symptoms like abdominal pain, nausea, fever, and vomiting.

Consumers who have purchased these products are advised to return them to their place of purchase for a full refund. For further information or to address concerns, Palmer Candy has provided a customer service number (800) 831-0828, available Monday through Friday, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.