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Controversies

Controversies tied to this brand in public sources. A listing is not a finding of fault.

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  1. 2021

    Hostess recalls SnoBalls over packaging error

    Recall announced

    Hostess announced a recall of SnoBalls after SnoBall Coconut products were packaged in Chocolate CupCakes packaging that did not list the coconut cake ingredient. The recall was described as a precaution involving allergies, and no injuries or illnesses had been reported.

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    • Hostess has announced a recall to their cakes after an accidental packaging error.
    • According to the FDA, the products were sold to convenience stores, dollar stores, and distributors throughout the United States.
    • The company has recalled the cakes as an act of caution involving allergies.
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  2. 2021

    Crider Foods recalls canned beef products over possible lead contamination

    Recall announced

    Crider Foods recalled approximately 525,717 pounds of canned beef with gravy products that may contain unsafe levels of lead because of a spice mix from an outside supplier. The affected products included Hargis House, Clover Valley, Kroger, Hostess, Laura Lynn, ARMOUR and HARVEST CREEK items.

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    • · 12-oz. cans of “ARMOUR Roast Beef WITH GRAVY” with best buy dates of 10/22/2022 and 3/15/2023.
    • · 12-oz. cans of “Clover Valley FULLY COOKED ROAST BEEF WITH GRAVY” with best buy dates of 10/22/2022 and 3/15/2023.
    • · 12-oz. cans of “Hostess ROAST BEEF WITH GRAVY” with best buy dates of 10/22/2022 and 3/15/2023.
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