New Warning Reveals Dangerous Counterfeits Sold in MT

BUTTE, MT - Montana snack lovers, beware: what’s in your pantry might not be what it seems.

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A wave of counterfeit snacks—yes, fake chips, candies, and cookies—has quietly swept across the Treasure State, and now the federal government is taking notice.

This isn’t just a case of cheap knockoffs or quirky lookalikes. I'm talking dangerously convincing imitations—packages nearly identical to your favorite name-brand treats, right down to the crinkle of the wrapper and the font on the label.

They’re showing up on convenience store shelves, gas stations, and even in lunchboxes. But here’s the catch: these phonies didn’t go through any safety checks, and in some cases, may contain banned or hazardous ingredients, including drugs.

The FDA and FTC have launched a joint investigation after a string of consumer complaints and alarming lab reports.

Several samples seized across Montana tested positive for illegal food dyes, undeclared allergens, and—in some disturbing cases—trace amounts of a chemical used in marijuana products.

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What’s worse? These counterfeit treats are often priced the same or higher than their authentic counterparts, tricking consumers into thinking they’re buying the real deal.

In truth, these products may be manufactured overseas in unsanitary conditions, then smuggled into rural and urban markets alike under fake distributor names.

The good news? We’ve got the full list of these shady snacks being investigated right now. If you’ve bought snacks in the last six months, you need to check this list. Your health—and your family’s—could depend on it.