The well-known gummy bear brand Haribo has recently been found in the Netherlands to contain cannabis in one of its cola-flavored gummies, resulting in children experiencing symptoms like dizziness after consumption. Although only one batch from the Happy Cola series was affected, and the Taiwanese food authorities confirmed that these products were not imported to Taiwan, concerns among the public have grown, leading many to refrain from purchasing the brand for the time being.

The problematic gummy is named Happy Cola F!ZZ and has an expiration date until January next year. After consumers in the Netherlands reported adverse effects necessitating medical attention, the authorities confirmed the presence of cannabis and recalled the affected products. With Haribo being widely available across various retailers in Taiwan, there is increased anxiety among consumers despite there being no direct import records of the problematic batch.
Dr. Yen Tsung-Hai from Chang Gung Memorial Hospital warned that children consuming products containing THC could be more severely affected, noting that the psychoactive effects on children could lead to confusion, drowsiness, or dizziness.

Deputy Director of the Food and Drug Administration, Lin Jin-Fu, announced that Taiwan will temporarily suspend the acceptance of import applications for all gummy products from Haribo's German facility, with the duration of the ban yet to be determined. The resumption of import inspections will only occur once the manufacturer completes its investigation and mitigates any potential risks.