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From candy and chocolates to pumpkin-carving kits and costumes, several seasonal products have been recalled ahead of Halloween. The items pose a range of potential hazards, including choking risks, undeclared allergens, button-cell batteries that can cause serious injury if swallowed, and possible lead contamination.
Newsweek has compiled a list of the affected items.
Ricky Joy Sour Crush Candy Bottles Recalled Over Choking Hazard
About 2.3 million Ricky Joy Sour Crush Rolling Liquid Candy bottles have been recalled because their rollerball tops can detach, posing a choking hazard that could cause serious injury or death, according to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). No injuries have been reported.
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The recall, issued on September 10, affects 1.85-ounce bottles sold individually or in packs of three or 12. The affected flavors include blue raspberry, strawberry, green apple and watermelon. The bottles feature the Ricky Joy logo, “EXTREME SOUR,” “SOUR CRUSH,” the flavor name and an image of a green monster.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled candy bottles, keep them away from children and contact Ricky Joy for a refund.
The bottles were sold at H-E-B, Forman Mill and other candy stores nationwide, as well as online at Walmart.com, CandyFunHouse.com, RickyJoy.com and other retailers from January 2023 through May 2026.
Walmart Great Value Fruit Cocktail Recalled Over Possible Lead Contamination
More than 44,000 cans of Walmart’s Great Value Fruit Cocktail in Fruit Juice from Concentrate have been recalled over concerns they may contain elevated levels of lead, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
The recall was initiated by manufacturer Pacific Coast Producers on October 1, 2026, affecting 1,836 cases of the 15-ounce product, with 24 cans per case.
The affected cans have lot code 6FCB 04 C2263 and a “best if used by” date of September 1, 2027.
The FDA classified the recall as Class II on October 20, meaning exposure to the product could cause temporary or medically reversible health consequences, though the likelihood of serious adverse health consequences is considered remote.
The product was distributed to Walmart stores in Alabama, Arizona, Louisiana, New Mexico, Pennsylvania, Washington and Wyoming.
Gearharts Fine Chocolates Recalled Over Glass Contamination
Gearharts Fine Chocolates voluntarily recalled 4,703 pieces of chocolate after broken glass was found in a finished product during an internal quality check, according to the FDA.
The recall, initiated on September 22, affects the company’s 4-ounce and 8-ounce chocolate products with best-by dates from October 1 through October 21, 2026. The products were distributed to retailers in 17 states: California, Connecticut, Georgia, Illinois, Kentucky, Massachusetts, Maryland, Maine, Minnesota, North Carolina, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, South Carolina, Texas, Virginia and Washington.
The FDA classified the recall as Class II on October 16, meaning use of the affected products could cause temporary or medically reversible health consequences, with the likelihood of serious adverse health consequences considered remote.
Chocolatey Eyeballs Sold at TJ Maxx and Marshalls Recalled Over Undeclared Milk
Crystal Temptations, based in North Arlington, New Jersey, recalled certain packages of Little Temptations Chocolatey Eyeballs sold at TJ Maxx, Marshalls, HomeGoods and Sierra stores in late August because they contain milk that was not declared on the packaging.
The recalled products were distributed in 13 states: Arizona, California, Connecticut, Georgia, Indiana, Massachusetts, Nevada, New Jersey, North Carolina, Ohio, Texas, Virginia and Wyoming.
The recall covers five different packages:
- 10-ounce plastic bags with style number 54040-CHEY
- 7-ounce acrylic boxes with style number 54077-CHEY
- 10.5-ounce round plastic jars with style number 58008-CHEY
- 16-ounce plastic pouch bags with style number 58089-CHEY
- 11-ounce plastic bags tied with a tag with style number 54083-CHEY
People with an allergy or severe sensitivity to milk could suffer a serious or potentially life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume the candy, according to a company announcement posted on the FDA website.
Consumers who purchased the recalled candies are urged to throw them out.
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CIYTI Light-Up Princess Costumes Recalled Over Button Battery Hazard
Nearly 100 CIYTI light-up princess costumes have been recalled because button-cell batteries in their accessories can be easily accessed by children, posing a risk of serious injury or death if swallowed, according to the CPSC.
The recall, announced October 22, 2026, involves 94 blue princess dresses with light-up crowns and wands, as well as remote controls. The products violate mandatory federal toy safety standards because the button batteries are accessible to children. If swallowed, button-cell batteries can cause serious injuries, including internal chemical burns, and death.
The costumes were sold on Amazon from February 2025 through June 2025 for between $21 and $35. No injuries have been reported.
Consumers should immediately take the costumes away from children, stop using them and contact the company for a full refund.
ABC Trading Light-Up Toys Recalled Over Button Battery Hazard
More than 43,600 light-up children’s toys have been recalled because they violate the mandatory toy safety standard. Their button-cell battery compartments can be easily accessed by children, posing a risk of serious injury or death if the batteries are swallowed. Ingested button-cell and coin batteries can cause internal chemical burns and death, according to the CPSC.
The recall, announced September 24, covers light-up glasses, crown headbands, sparkle headbands and ties sold at ABC Trading stores in Los Angeles and other specialty stores nationwide, as well as online at ABCTradingInc.com, from September 2016 through May 2026 for about $1 each.
The products were packaged in clear plastic bags with labels identifying model numbers 6502 for light-up ties, HD-10 for light-up headbands or L-508 for light-up glasses.
Consumers should stop using the recalled items immediately and contact ABC Trading for a refund. No incidents or injuries have been reported.
Halloween Pumpkin Carving Kits Recalled Over Button Battery Hazard
About 650 Besslly Halloween pumpkin carving kits were recalled in April because the button-cell batteries in the included tea lights can be easily accessed by children, posing a risk of serious injury or death if swallowed, according to the CPSC. The kits also violate mandatory safety standards because the products and their packaging lack required battery warnings.
The recall involves model CHD-014-2 kits containing five tea lights with 15 preinstalled button-cell batteries, 10 carving tools, stickers, a handbag and gloves. They were sold on Amazon from March 2024 through December 2025 for between $9 and $20. No incidents or injuries have been reported.
Consumers should stop using the kits immediately and contact Besslly Store for a full refund.
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