Over 70 Million Rolling Liquid Candy Products Recalled Due to Choking Hazard, 1 Death Reported

Recalled Cocco Candy Rolling Candy – Sour Tutti Frutti

Recalled Cocco Candy Rolling Candy – Sour Cola (Version 1)

Recalled Cocco Candy Rolling Candy – Sour Cola (Version 2)

Recalled Cocco Candy Rolling Candy – Sour Strawberry

Recall Date: October 05, 2023

In a recent announcement by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), two candy companies have recalled millions of liquid roller candy dispenser products due to potential choking hazards.

Cocco Candy Recall

The CPSC, in collaboration with Asaf Gida d/b/a Cocco Candy of Turkey and KGR Distribution Corp. of Passaic, New Jersey, has announced the recall of approximately 145,800 Cocco Candy Rolling Candy in various flavors. 

The recall was initiated due to concerns about the candy's rolling ball dispenser. This ball, which dispenses the liquid candy, can dislodge and become trapped in a child's throat, posing a fatal choking risk. Tragically, a 7-year-old girl from New York choked and died in April after the rolling ball from a Cocco Candy Rolling Candy product became trapped in her throat.

Recalled Products Include:

Cocco Candy Rolling Candy – Sour Tutti Frutti

Cocco Candy Rolling Candy – Sour Cola (Version 1)

Cocco Candy Rolling Candy – Sour Cola (Version 2)

Cocco Candy Rolling Candy – Sour Strawberry

Details of the Recall

Name of Product: Cocco Candy Rolling Candy

Hazard: The candy’s rolling ball can dislodge from the product into a child’s mouth, posing a choking hazard or death.

Remedy: Refund

Recall Date:** October 05, 2023

Units: About 145,800

Consumer Contact

By Phone

KGR Distribution Corp. at (888) 802-8823 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday

By email

Recall@kgrdistribution.com or online at www.kgrcandies.com and click on “Recall Information” at the top of the page or www.kgrcandies.com/recall for more information.

Description

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Asaf Gida d/b/a Cocco Candy, of Turkey, and KGR Distribution Corp., of Passaic, New Jersey, are announcing the recall of about 145,800 Cocco Candy Rolling Candy in various flavors. The candy’s rolling ball can dislodge and become trapped in a child’s throat, posing a fatal choking risk.

Incidents/Injuries

CPSC has received one report of a 7-year-old girl who choked and died after the candy’s rolling ball dislodged and became trapped in her throat in New York in April 2023.

Sold At

KGR Distribution Corp. sold the rolling candy to stores nationwide and online at www.kgrcandies.com from May 2022 through March 2023 for about $2.50.

*Sources: 

Good Morning America

CPSCS

My Thoughts

Hearing about the tragic death of a young child due to a candy product is heart-wrenching and deeply disturbing. As a mother, my primary concern is always the safety and well-being of my children. I often trust that products, especially those designed for kids, have been thoroughly tested for safety. To discover that something as seemingly innocent as candy could lead to such a devastating outcome is a stark reminder of the unexpected dangers that can lurk in everyday items.

With Halloween on the horizon, a festive occasion when candies and treats are at the forefront, this news casts a somber shadow. Halloween is a time of joy and excitement for children, filled with costumes, stories, and the thrill of trick-or-treating. The thought that a treat could pose such a grave risk is deeply unsettling.

As we approach this festive season, this tragic incident serves as a poignant reminder of the importance of vigilance. It emphasizes the need to be informed about the products we give to our children and to always check for recall notices. As mothers, our children's safety is paramount, and it's crucial that we take every precaution to ensure their well-being during such celebrations.

Jacqui

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