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Old Fashioned Filled Candies

by F.B. Washburn Candy Corp.

Safety score

Poor

Based on an ingredient-level analysis for babies and young children. Not medical advice.

Old Fashioned Filled Candies — 12 g

Ingredients to watch

corn syrup

moderate

Corn syrup is a processed sweetener. While different from high fructose corn syrup, it still adds sugar with no nutritional benefit. The AAP recommends no added sugars for children under 2.

Not recommended for infants or young children due to concerns about added sugar

SODIUM BENZOATE

moderate

Sodium benzoate is a chemical preservative. When combined with vitamin C (ascorbic acid), it can form benzene — a known carcinogen. It is also linked to hyperactivity in children, leading the UK to recommend removing it from children's foods.

Linked to hyperactivity in children

Natural and Artificial Flavors

moderate

This ingredient has a moderate concern level based on available research.

Review with your healthcare provider

What's good in it

Benefit

Coconut Oil

A natural plant oil with moisturizing and antimicrobial properties.

Emollient

Benefit

RED RASPBERRIES INCLUDING POTASSIUM SORBATE

Active ingredient — gentle and well-tolerated

Safe ingredient

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Product data © Open Food Facts / Open Beauty Facts / Open Products Facts contributors, used under the ODbL. Safety information is general and not medical advice — always check labels and consult your pediatrician.