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Florida Finds Arsenic in 28 Candy Products, Disputes Arise

2/1/2026

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The Florida Department of Health reported arsenic in 28 of 46 tested candy products.
The testing is part of Governor Ron DeSantis's Healthy Florida First initiative.
First Lady Casey DeSantis emphasized consumer confidence in food safety.
The National Confectioners Association disputed the findings and argued that Florida's conclusions diverge from federal standards.
Florida officials said the testing complements federal food-safety efforts and noted candies with the lowest arsenic levels.

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The Florida Department of Health reported arsenic in 28 of 46 tested candy products.
The testing is part of Governor Ron DeSantis's Healthy Florida First initiative.
First Lady Casey DeSantis emphasized consumer confidence in food safety.
The National Confectioners Association disputed the findings and argued that Florida's conclusions diverge from federal standards.
Florida officials said the testing complements federal food-safety efforts and noted candies with the lowest arsenic levels.