Bendon Publishing recalls 1) Paw Patrol Heart-Shaped Gummy Candies

Bendon Publishing started this recall on December 3, 2025. The FDA classified it as Class III, the least serious category: eating the product is not likely to cause health problems, but it breaks labeling or manufacturing rules. It was distributed in 4 states. This recall is no longer considered active, but recalled products can stay in pantries and freezers for months.

Status: Closed / older
Recall started: December 3, 2025
Closed: June 11, 2026
Company: Bendon Publishing
Classification: Class III (unlikely to cause health problems)
Where sold: Florida, Minnesota, Texas, Washington
Quantity: 39,171 individual units (TOTAL)

Reason for recall (official wording)

Unapproved color additive - chlorophyllin copper complex

Recalled product (official wording)

1) Paw Patrol Heart-Shaped Gummy Candies, Mixed Fruit, Net Wt. 7 oz (200g), packaged in a cardboard box with heart-shaped top, UPC 805219643846, Distributed by Bendon, Inc. 2) Mickey Mouse Heart-Shaped Gummies, Mixed Fruit, Net Wt. 7 oz (200g), packaged in a cardboard box with heart-shaped top, UPC 805219643853, Distributed by Bendon, Inc. 3) Stitch Heart-Shaped Gummies, Tropical, Net Wt. 7 oz (200g), packaged in a cardboard box with heart-shaped top, UPC 805219643860, Distributed by Bendon, Inc. 4) SpongeBob Squarepants Heart-Shaped Gummy Candy, Tropical, Net Wt. 7 oz (200g), packaged in a cardboard box with heart-shaped top, UPC 805219644225, Distributed by Bendon, Inc. 5) Toy Story Multipack Size Gummies, Mixed Fruit, Net Wt. 6.35 oz (180g), packaged in a plastic bag containing 20 mini size packs (0.4 oz each), UPC 805219643914, Distributed by Bendon, Inc.

Distribution

Distributors in FL, MN, TX, WA

What to do

Compare the brand, size, lot code and dates on your package with the details above. If they match, do not eat it. Throw it away or return it to the store. Contact a healthcare provider if you feel unwell. Step-by-step guide.

Source: FDA Enforcement Report (openFDA), event 98098.