FDA Recalls 6,329 M&Ms Units for Undeclared Allergens

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration announced a Class II recall Wednesday for thousands of repackaged M&Ms candies distributed as promotional items across 20 states, citing undeclared allergens that could pose risks to those with sensitivities.

Beacon Promotions Inc., a Minnesota-based company specializing in custom-branded merchandise, initiated the voluntary recall on January 26 after discovering that the products lacked required labeling for milk, soy, and peanuts. The FDA classified the action as Class II on February 4, indicating potential for temporary or reversible health effects, though serious consequences remain unlikely for most consumers. The affected items, totaling 6,329 units, were not sold in retail stores but provided to businesses for events, giveaways, or employee gifts.

The recall covers two main categories of 1.3-ounce bags. First, 541 units of M&Ms Peanut Candies labeled "Make Your Mark," with item number BB471BG, lot code M1823200, and a best-by date of April 30, 2026. Second, a larger batch of 5,788 units of repackaged regular M&Ms bearing promotional labels from various organizations, including Subaru, Adobe, Xfinity, Morgan Stanley, Best Western, the...