Candy Recall Choking Hazard
Ricky Joy Recalls 2.3 Million Liquid Candy Bottles Over Choking Hazard
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The recalled candy was imported by International Trade Imports LLC, doing business as The Ricky Joy Company and Ricky Joy, based in Cumming, Georgia, and was manufactured in Colombia.
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The bottles can be identified by the Ricky Joy logo, the phrases “EXTREME SOUR” and “SOUR CRUSH,” the flavor name and a green-monster graphic on the front.
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Individual bottles retailed for about $3, while three- and 12-bottle packages sold for approximately $13 to $32.
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The recall is listed as CPSC recall No. 26-748; consumers seeking assistance can call The Ricky Joy Company at 404-975-0352 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Eastern time, Monday through Friday, or visit the company’s recall webpage.
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission has recalled 2.3 million Ricky Joy Sour Crush Rolling Liquid Candy bottles over a serious choking hazard. CPSC warned that the rollerball dispenser can detach from the 1.85-fluid-ounce bottles, posing a risk of injury or death. The candies were sold nationwide from January 2023 through May 2026 in four flavors: blue raspberry, strawberry, green apple, and watermelon.
No injuries have been reported so far, but regulators are urging consumers to stop using the product immediately. The New York Post reported that the bottles were sold at H-E-B, Forman Mills, Walmart.com, CandyFunHouse.com, and RickyJoy.com. Individual bottles retailed for about $3, while multipacks cost $13 to $32.
How To Spot The Recalled Bottles
The dangerous candy bottles display the Ricky Joy logo and the words "EXTREME SOUR" and "SOUR CRUSH" on the front label. A green-monster graphic also appears on the packaging. The bottles came in four flavors: blue raspberry, strawberry, green apple, and watermelon. Parents should check their homes, pantries, and anywhere candy might be stored.
Consumers often buy multipacks and may forget what they contain, especially if purchased over a year ago. Fox Business emphasized that the products were sold both individually and in three- or 12-bottle packs. Check gift bags, party supplies, and children's rooms where candy may have been stored.
The Detachable Rollerball Creates Extreme Risk
The bottles have a unique rollerball dispenser that can separate from the container. Food Poisoning Bulletin noted that once detached, the ball can be swallowed by children, creating a choking emergency. The design flaw went undetected despite sales spanning over three years, affecting millions of units distributed across retail and online channels nationwide.
The product was manufactured in Colombia and imported by International Trade Imports LLC, based in Cumming, Georgia. The importer operates under the brand names Ricky Joy and The Ricky Joy Company. This global supply chain delayed the discovery of the hazard and extended the sales window.
What Consumers Should Do Now
Parents must immediately remove these candy bottles from children's reach. Stop using the product and do not allow kids to consume the liquid candy from recalled bottles. CPSC has classified this as recall No. 26-748 and urges swift action to prevent potential tragedies.
Contact The Ricky Joy Company at 404-975-0352 (Monday–Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Eastern time) to request a full refund and prepaid return shipping label. Consumers can also visit the company's recall webpage for additional information. The importer is coordinating directly with retailers to remove remaining stock from shelves.
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