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Glico Recalls 6 Million Pocky and Other Chocolates Over Unintended Spice Flavor

The company attributes the flavor change to spice aromas transferred during outside warehouse storage.

Overview

  • The recall spans 20 chocolate items, including Pocky Chocolate and LIBERA, sold nationwide in Japan.
  • Affected batches carry best-before dates from May through October 2026.
  • Glico says the products may taste of spices such as cumin or clove but pose no food-safety risk.
  • Consumers can apply online for home pick-up, with QUO card compensation equal to the product value.
  • The action follows an October 15 customer complaint about an unusual Pocky flavor, which prompted the investigation.