Oregon-based confectionery Tom Bumble has recalled over 6,500 units of its Nutty Peanut Butter Flake Candy with Peanut & Chocolate, citing the presence of unidentified foreign material. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) classified the recall as Class II, indicating a potential for temporary or medically reversible adverse health effects.
The recall was initiated on December 13, 2025, and updated by the FDA on January 12, 2026, following a risk evaluation. While no injuries have been reported, consumers are urged to check the affected products for specific UPC codes and best-by dates.
Voluntary Recall Follows Discovery of Contamination
The affected candy bars, produced and distributed by Tom Bumble under the brand Oregon Bark, are gluten-free and vegan, wrapped in gold foil and packaged in cardboard boxes. According to the FDA enforcement report, roughly 6,500 units were pulled from shelves nationwide due to contamination with foreign material. While the FDA did not confirm the nature of the material, several outlets including PublicNow and PPC Markets reported that small pieces of plastic were suspected.
The recall covers three sizes of the product, each identifiable by its Universal Product Code (UPC):
- 1.2 oz bar (UPC 852905007024)
- 2.2 oz bar (UPC 852905007055)
- 4.5 oz bar (UPC 852905007031)
Each affected unit carries a best-by date between May 21, 2026, and June 9, 2026. As of now, neither Tom Bumble nor the FDA has issued a public press release providing consumer guidance. According to the FDA enforcement notice, affected customers and retailers were informed by email. Consumers in possession of the recalled products are typically advised to discard the items or return them to the place of purchase for a refund.
FDA Classifies Recall as Moderate Health Risk
On January 12, 2026, the FDA officially assigned the recall a Class II classification. According to the agency, this label applies to situations where use of or exposure to a product “may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences or where the probability of serious adverse health consequences is remote.” This places the recall in the middle of the FDA’s three-tiered system, which ranks health risks from Class I (most serious) to Class III (least likely to cause harm).
Class II recalls are not typically associated with life-threatening conditions, but they can involve consumer discomfort or short-term medical issues. The nature of the contaminant in this case, believed to be plastic fragments, may pose such risks if ingested. No confirmed reports of injuries or illnesses have been linked to the recalled product to date.
The Nutty Peanut Butter Flake Candy is part of a growing trend of artisanal, diet-friendly sweets and has been available through various retailers across the U.S. The recall may impact consumer confidence, especially given the absence of an immediate public advisory. According to Newsweek, Tom Bumble has not responded to media inquiries regarding the contamination details.
While the company has taken action to notify vendors and begin the recall process, the situation raises questions about quality control measures in small-scale food manufacturing. Consumers are advised to remain attentive to product packaging and FDA announcements when assessing the safety of specialty food products.
