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🍎 Food EUROPEAN COMMISSION IE UNITED KINGDOM (NORTHERN January 26, 2026

Mineral Oil Aromatic Hydrocarbons (MOAH) in lollipops from United States

Classification
Alert notification
Risk
Serious
Category
confectionery
Origin
United States
Notifier
European Commission
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What is this? Some lollipops from the United States may contain a chemical called MOAH. MOAH can be harmful if eaten in large amounts over time.

What's happening? The European Commission found MOAH in these lollipops. They are warning people not to eat them.

Does this affect me? If you bought these lollipops in Europe or the UK, you may be affected. Check your candy at home.

What should I do? Stop eating the lollipops. Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you have concerns.

🤖 This plain-language summary is automatically generated from the official agency notice using AI. It is for general information only — not medical advice. For decisions about your health, always consult a pharmacist or doctor and read the official source linked below.

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Classification: Alert notification · Risk: Serious · Category: confectionery · Origin: United States · Notifier: European Commission

First published
January 26, 2026
Last refreshed by us
3 months ago
Severity (as classified)
High
Official source
https://webgate.ec.europa.eu/rasff-window/screen/search?notificationReference=2026.0624

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What is this product recall alert about?
Mineral Oil Aromatic Hydrocarbons (MOAH) in lollipops from United States. Classification: Alert notification · Risk: Serious · Category: confectionery · Origin: United States · Notifier: European Commission
When was this alert issued?
This alert was issued on January 26, 2026 by EU RASFF.
Which countries are affected?
The alert applies to the following countries: EUROPEAN COMMISSION, Ireland, and UNITED KINGDOM (NORTHERN.
How serious is this alert?
Serious risk. A serious risk means the product or medicine can cause significant harm. Treat the alert as urgent.
What should I do?
If you have this product at home, stop using it and return it to the point of purchase for a refund. Keep the receipt if you have one — most retailers refund without it for safety recalls.
Where can I find the official notice?
The full official notice is published on webgate.ec.europa.eu.

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