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Reese's Peanut Butter Pumpkins come with new disclaimer

Hershey adds a carving disclaimer to Reese’s Peanut Butter Pumpkins after a lawsuit, changing the candy’s Halloween presentation.

By · Published October 8, 2026  14:57 UTC · Updated October 8, 2026  14:57 UTC

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  • Primary Driver: Hershey adds a carving disclaimer to Reese’s Peanut Butter Pumpkins after a lawsuit, changing the candy’s Halloween presentation.
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Hershey has added a disclaimer to the packaging of its Reese's Peanut Butter Pumpkin candy, stating that carving is not part of the actual product. Retailers and shoppers are now faced with the new wording, which could influence buying decisions during the holiday season. Yahoo detailed the new wording while AL.com linked it directly to the pending lawsuit.

ABC27 highlighted that the label explicitly warns that carving is not an intended use, underscoring the company’s effort to mitigate consumer confusion. Consumers will encounter the disclaimer on store shelves throughout the Halloween season, and the change may affect future litigation strategy for Hershey. Further court filings could clarify whether the label satisfies the lawsuit’s demands, while retailers monitor sales trends in response to the updated packaging.

Analysts will watch whether the disclaimer dampens seasonal demand for the candy.

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What does the new disclaimer on Reese’s Peanut Butter Pumpkins say?

The label states that carving is not part of the actual product.

Why did Hershey add the disclaimer to the pumpkin candy?

The change follows a lawsuit alleging the candy’s pumpkin shape encouraged carving, raising safety concerns.

Which product is affected by the new label?

The disclaimer applies to Hershey’s Reese’s Peanut Butter Pumpkin candy, a seasonal Halloween item.

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