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CPSC recall · Reported October 5, 2023

Cocco Candy and KGR Distribution Recall Cocco's Candy Rolling Candy Due to Choking Hazard; One Death Reported

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

Recall #
24002
Affected scope
About 145,800
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Kgr Distribution Corp., of Passaic, New Jersey recalled This recall involves Cocco Candy's Rolling Candy consisting of 2 fluid ounces in various … - a moderate-severity action.

Cocco Candy and KGR Distribution Recall Cocco's Candy Rolling Candy Due to Choking Hazard… was recalled by Kgr Distribution Corp., of Passaic, New Jersey in October 5, 2023. Reason: The candy's rolling ball can dislodge from the product into a child's mouth, posing a choking hazard or death.. Remedy: Consumers should stop using the recalled rolling candy, take it away from children and co…. Verify recall #24002 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

Kgr Distribution Corp., of Passaic, New Jersey issued this moderate-severity CPSC recall-The candy's rolling ball can dislodge from the product into a child's mouth, posing a choking hazard or death..

Moderate
severity level
October 5, 2023
reported

Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #24002 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This CPSC action (record #24002) was formally reported on October 5, 2023. It is classified under Moderate severity, with a current status of Active. Kgr Distribution Corp., of Passaic, New Jersey is listed as the recalling firm. Federal records list the affected scope as About 145,800.

The documented reason for this recall is: The candy's rolling ball can dislodge from the product into a child's mouth, posing a choking hazard or death. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. The remedy documented by the agency is: Consumers should stop using the recalled rolling candy, take it away from children and contact the firm to receive a refund. - consumers holding this product should act on that instruction rather than relying on general guidance.

Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 6 from CPSC - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.

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Severity

Moderate

Affected scope

About 145,800

Related Recalls

6

6 from same agency

Product description

This recall involves Cocco Candy's Rolling Candy consisting of 2 fluid ounces in various flavors including Sour Strawberry, Sour Tutti Frutti, and Sour Cola. Cocco Candy Rolling Candy with the following barcode printed on the back of the product are included in the recall: Product Name Unit Barcode Display Barcode Carton Barcode Cocco Candy Strawberry Flavored Rolling Candy 8683363414008 8683363414367 8683363414176 Cocco Candy T. Frutti Flavored Rolling Candy 8683363414015 8683363414367 8683363414176 Cocco Candy Cola Flavored Rolling Candy 8683363414022 8683363414367 8683363414176

Reason for recall

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

Remedy, what to do

Consumers should stop using the recalled rolling candy, take it away from children and contact the firm to receive a refund.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the CPSC recall record
Attribute Value
Agency U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Severity class Moderate
Status Active
Recall number 24002
Date reported October 5, 2023
Date initiated October 5, 2023
Recalling firm Kgr Distribution Corp., of Passaic, New Jersey
Affected scope About 145,800
Distribution Not disclosed
Official source CPSC notice →

Profile values are sourced directly from the official CPSC enforcement record. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.

What to do with this recall

Consumers should stop using the recalled rolling candy, take it away from children and contact the firm to receive a refund.

  • Check the recall number (24002) and product description against the item you own. Search the archive
  • Confirm the current status and remedy on the official CPSC notice before acting. CPSC notice
  • Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next

This page summarizes the official CPSC record for research and awareness; it is not legal, medical, or safety advice. Verify with the issuing agency before acting.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
This recall involves Cocco Candy's Rolling Candy consisting of 2 fluid ounces in various flavors including Sour Strawberry, Sour Tutti Frutti, and Sour Cola. Cocco Candy Rolling Candy with the following barcode printed on the back of the product are included in the recall: Product Name Unit Barcode Display Barcode Carton Barcode Cocco Candy Strawberry Flavored Rolling Candy 8683363414008 8683363414367 8683363414176 Cocco Candy T. Frutti Flavored Rolling Candy 8683363414015 8683363414367 8683363414176 Cocco Candy Cola Flavored Rolling Candy 8683363414022 8683363414367 8683363414176. Recalled by Kgr Distribution Corp., of Passaic, New Jersey. Units affected: About 145,800.
Why was this product recalled?
The candy's rolling ball can dislodge from the product into a child's mouth, posing a choking hazard or death.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should stop using the recalled rolling candy, take it away from children and contact the firm to receive a refund.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on October 5, 2023. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 24002.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (24002) against your product. Visit the official CPSC website for the most current information. You can also use our Recall Checker tool to search by product name or brand.
How do I report an injury from a recalled product?
Report injuries to the issuing agency: CPSC at SaferProducts.gov, NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem, or FDA via MedWatch. Document the product (photos, model/serial numbers, purchase receipts) and seek medical attention. Injury reports help agencies track hazard patterns and may strengthen enforcement actions.

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Every figure on PlainRecalls is rendered directly from official FDA, CPSC and NHTSA recall records, no number is typed in by an editor. This recall: CPSC, reported October 5, 2023. Severity classes follow each agency's own taxonomy (FDA Class I/II/III; CPSC and NHTSA by hazard type), and related-recall context is computed across the full archive. See our editorial standards & corrections policy, the methodology behind these numbers, or report a data error. Data current as of July 2026.