How Bad Is Mexican Candy

Tests show that chili powder, tamarind and ink in wrappers all have had levels of lead that can cause brain damage in children who regularly eat Mexican candies. At least eight Mexican candy companies have been penalized by U.S. health regulators for producing candy that tested high for lead.

Are Mexican candy safe?

Lead has been found in some candies imported from Mexico. Certain candy ingredients such as chili powder and tamarind may be a source of lead exposure. Lead can get into the candy when drying, storing, and grinding the ingredients are done improperly.

Is Mexican candy better than us?

If you have tried Mexican candy and sweets from other countries, such as American candies, you surely noticed the difference – Mexican candy is creamier, but the texture is less smooth and the taste is more refreshing, more exotic, in some cases even strange for the American palate, but always delicious.