PRA number
2001/5056
Published date
Product description
Various Brand names and importer/distributors. Mainly sold through Asian food stores. Jelly cups are mouth-sized jelly confectionery in a mini cup, that are sucked out of an individually sealed cup, sometimes with a fruit piece centre.
What are the defects?
The shape and consistency of the jelly can act as a plug in the throat if swallowed whole, effectively cutting off the air supply and posing a choking hazard. Contain konjac which is a non-permitted additive and konjac-containing jelly cups do not dissolve.
What are the hazards?
Choking hazard.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should return the product to the place of purchase for a full refund.
Supplier
Various importers/distributors.
Where the product was sold
Nationally
Coordinating agency
Food Standards Australia New Zealand is the coordinating agency for this recall.