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Monday, June 19, 2023

Imported Mini Fruit Jelly Cups Recalled After Considered a Choking Hazard

RICHIN TRADING INC. OF ALHAMBRA, CA is voluntarily recalling its MINI FRUIT JELLY CUP (35.27oz. and 52.90 oz.) due to the products being a potential choking hazard based off the product size. Small jelly cups have previously been implicated in choking deaths of children.  The potential choking hazard was confirmed after discussion with a representative from the Food and Drug Administration.


https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/richin-trading-inc-voluntarily-recalls-sunwave-brand-mini-fruit-jelly-cup-3527oz5290oz-because
Richin Trading Inc. Voluntarily Recalls Sunwave Brand Mini Fruit Jelly Cup (35.27oz./52.90oz) Because of Potential Choking Hazard June 16, 2023
Summary
Company Announcement Date:  June 16, 2023
FDA Publish Date:  June 16, 2023
Product Type:  Food & Beverages
Reason for Announcement:  Potential Choking Hazard
Company Name:  Richin Trading Inc.
Brand Name:  Sun Wave
Product Description:  Mini Fruit Jelly Cup, multiple flavors

Company Announcement

RICHIN TRADING INC. OF ALHAMBRA, CA is voluntarily recalling its MINI FRUIT JELLY CUP (35.27oz. and 52.90 oz.) due to the products being a potential choking hazard based off the product size. Small jelly cups have previously been implicated in choking deaths of children.

The recalled jelly cups were distributed nationwide in retail food stores and are sold in large clear jars. Below are the products being recalled:
Sun Wave Mini Fruit Jelly Cup (Assorted Flavors); UPC 715685121437; Net Weight 52.91 oz.
Sun Wave Mini Fruit Jelly Cup (Mango Flavor); UPC 715685121444; Net Weight 52.91 oz.
Sun Wave Mini Fruit Jelly Cup (Lychee Flavor); UPC 715685121451; Net Weight 52.91 oz.
Sun Wave Mini Fruit Jelly Cup (Assorted Flavors); UPC 715685121512; Net Weight 35.27 oz.
Sun Wave Mini Fruit Jelly Cup (Lychee Flavor); UPC 715685121529; Net Weight 35.27 oz.
Sun Wave Mini Fruit Jelly Cup (Mango Flavor); UPC 715685121536; Net Weight 35.27 oz

No incidents of consumers choking have been reported to date in connection with these products.

The potential choking hazard was confirmed after discussion with a representative from the Food and Drug Administration.

Consumers who have purchased the above products are urged to return them to the store of purchase for a full refund or dispose them in a sealed package inside a secure garbage can with a tight-fitting lid. For more information or inquiries, please contact the company at (626)-308-3212 Monday thru Friday between 9 am and 5 pm PST.

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