Sunita Somvanshi
Cadbury Australia is conducting a recall announced by Food Standards Australia New Zealand (FSANZ) on August 12, 2025, for its Marvellous Creations Jelly Popping Candy Beanies due to the presence of foreign matter (plastic). The 160g sharebags marked with the best-before date “21.05.2026” require immediate consumer attention.
The official recall notice from FSANZ states: “Food products containing plastic may cause illness/injury if consumed.” This safety alert affects only the specific 10-piece sharebags distributed to Coles, Woolworths, IGA, Drakes, The Reject Shop, and independent retailers across Australia. Other Cadbury products remain unaffected.
For consumers holding these chocolates, FSANZ instructions are clear: “Consumers should not eat this product. Consumers should return the product to the place of purchase for a full refund.” The agency further advises: “Any consumers concerned about their health should seek medical advice.”
ACCC and FSANZ guidance indicate recalled food is normally eligible for a refund. Consumers do not always need to provide a receipt to obtain a remedy, and many retailers will accept returns (including opened packs) for recalled food — contact the retailer or the supplier listed on the recall notice if you have difficulty obtaining a refund.
The NSW Food Authority has echoed the national alert, posting the same recall notice on its regional monitoring page. Such cross-posting helps ensure consumers in all jurisdictions receive consistent information about the potential hazard.
Regulators classify this as a “foreign matter contamination” recall. Industry quality assurance typically employs various detection methods including X-ray technology, metal detectors, and visual inspection to prevent such contamination, though plastic fragments can sometimes elude these systems.
The potential health risks from ingesting plastic in food primarily involve physical injury. According to FDA and clinical guidance, hard or sharp foreign objects can cause cuts, perforation or obstruction of the mouth, throat, or digestive tract, and medical assessment is advised if ingestion or symptoms occur. While FSANZ has not reported any confirmed injuries related to this specific recall, the preventative measure follows standard food safety protocols.
Such incidents are investigated under the producer’s food-safety and recall procedures (HACCP / critical control point review) and the FSANZ Food Industry Recall Protocol to trace the contamination source and corrective actions.
Mondelez Australia has provided a consumer response line at 1800 034 241 for anyone with questions about the affected product. This follows standard recall procedures when a product safety concern is identified.
The affected product details include:
- Cadbury Marvellous Creations Jelly Popping Candy Beanies
- 160g sharebag containing 10 pieces
- Best-before date: 21.05.2026
- Distributed to major supermarkets and independent retailers nationally
The recall notice is posted on the FSANZ website with a downloadable PDF; FSANZ and state/territory authorities provide recall material for retailers and public noticeboards where appropriate.The recall involves the 160g Marvellous Creations 10-piece sharebag with best-before date 21.05.2026, removed due to possible plastic contamination. FSANZ advises consumers not to eat the product and to return it for a full refund. Mondelez Australia can be contacted at 1800 034 241 for further information.
