New York State residents are told to not eat a popular dessert-like snack that's sold at supermarkets across the Empire State.

The FDA announced that Tiffany Food Corp of Brooklyn, NY is recalling a number of products.

Tiffany Food Corp Recalls Mini Fruit Jelly Cups Because of Possible Choking Hazard

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The company is recalling all codes and flavors of Mini Fruit Jelly Cups, because they may pose a choking hazard, officials say.

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"Small jelly cups containing konjac powder have previously been implicated in choking deaths of children," the FDA stated in a press release. "Konjac and its consequent texture and consistency could pose a choking hazard to small children as well as adults with functional and/or anatomic abnormalities predisposing them to dysphagia."

Recalled Items Sent To Supermarkets In New York State

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The recalled jelly cups were distributed directly to supermarkets across New York State as well as in Pennsylvania and New Jersey.

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

The jelly cups are individually sealed and packaged in large clear jars. Below are the products being recalled:

  • Lychee, 4 714379 320992, 52.9 oz, All lot codes
  • Mango, 4 714379 321005, 52.9 oz, All lot codes
  • Assorted, 4 714379 320985, 52.9 oz, All lot codes

Do Not Eat Recalled Fruit Cups

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The FDA is urging everyone who purchased the recalled Mini Fruit Jelly Cups to not eat them. All are advised to return them to the store of purchase for a full refund or dispose of them in a sealed package inside a secure garbage can with a tight-fitting lid.

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No incidents of consumers choking have been reported to date in connection with these products, as of this writing, according to the FDA.

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