Tag: Cadbury eggs

According to a Numerator survey of over 5,000 people, Easter is the second most popular holiday for candy purchases after Halloween. But amid the pastel assortment, what's the number one Easter candy that reigns supreme? The sweet truth is more complex than a single chocolate bunny.

According to a 2016 report by the non-profit As You Sow, some Cadbury products were found to contain levels of lead that required a warning under California's Proposition 65. This sparked significant concern among consumers about whether Cadbury eggs have lead, particularly as an annual seasonal treat. While milk chocolate generally has lower levels than dark chocolate, the presence of these naturally occurring heavy metals in some cocoa products has led to ongoing scrutiny of the chocolate industry.