Prohibits the sale of adulterated candy in New Jersey.
This bill prohibits the sale of candy containing lead, mercury, or cadmium above 100 parts per million (0.01%) by weight, whether intentionally added during manufacturing or naturally occurring. It directly affects candy manufacturers, distributors, and retailers in New Jersey, requiring manufacturers to submit written certifications confirming compliance and keeping records available for public review. The Department of Health can inspect facilities, test products, and issue fines up to $25,000 per violation for retailers and $100,000 for manufacturers within 30 days. The law excludes flour-based or refrigerated candy from its definition of "candy" and mandates removal of non-compliant products from sale.
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Jan 2026
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Introduced Jan 13, 2026
Last action Jan 13, 2026
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Jan 13, 2026
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Introduced, Referred to Assembly Consumer Affairs Committee
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Gary Schaer
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