FDA Recalls M&M's Products Across 20 States Due to Mislabeled Allergen Warnings

Certain repackaged M&M's do not disclose potential allergens like milk, soy, and peanuts on the packaging.

Published on Feb. 6, 2026

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The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has announced a recall of certain repackaged M&M's products distributed across 20 states. The recall was issued due to the packaging failing to disclose that the candies may contain allergens like milk, soy, and peanuts. While the candies themselves are safe for those without allergies, the mislabeled packaging poses a risk for consumers with sensitivities to these ingredients.

Why it matters

Proper allergen labeling is crucial to protect public health, especially for those with food allergies. This recall highlights the importance of manufacturers accurately disclosing all potential allergens on product packaging to prevent adverse reactions.

The details

Beacon Promotions Inc. issued the recall on January 26th for repackaged M&M's that did not contain the correct allergen warnings required by the FDA. The recalled products were distributed with a variety of promotional company names and included select lots of 1.3-ounce bags of M&M's Peanut and classic M&M's candies. The FDA classified this as a Class II recall, meaning the mislabeled products could cause temporary or medically reversible health issues for those with allergies.

  • The recall was announced by the FDA on February 4, 2026.
  • The recall was issued by Beacon Promotions Inc. on January 26, 2026.

The players

Beacon Promotions Inc.

The company that issued the recall on repackaged M&M's products with mislabeled allergen information.

U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)

The federal agency that oversees food safety and classified the M&M's recall as a Class II recall.

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What’s next

The FDA is advising consumers who purchased the recalled M&M's products to not consume them if they have allergies to milk, soy, or peanuts. Consumers should discard the products or return them to the place of purchase.

The takeaway

This recall underscores the critical importance of accurate allergen labeling to protect public health. It serves as a reminder for all food manufacturers to thoroughly review packaging to ensure they are fully disclosing potential allergens, as required by law.