There have been several newspaper articles and reports over the last few years about dangerous levels of lead found in some Mexican candies. In the lead up to Halloween, you might like to look at these reports on which candies to avoid for trick or treating and our Trunk or Treat party coming up on Saturday 27th October.
Center for Environmental Health
FDA Statement on Lead Contamination in Certain Candy Products Imported from Mexico
Three brands of Mexican candy found to have high levels of lead, health officials say – Santa Cruz Sentinel
Lead in Mexican Products Raises Concern - New York Times