FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE |
CONTACT: Hannah Simone |
July 26, 1996 |
(301) 504-7908 |
Release # 96-173 |
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CPSC and Kraft Issue Warning for Chillers Sticks for Jell-O
Instant Pudding
WASHINGTON, D.C. - In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer
Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Kraft Foods, Inc. of
Northfield, Ill., is announcing a voluntary in-store recall
and safety advisory for approximately 678,000 sets of
Chillers Sticks distributed in connection with a Jell-O
instant pudding promotion. The plastic Chillers Sticks may
break, presenting a choking hazard to young children.
Kraft has received 71 reports of the Chillers Sticks
breaking. Kraft is not aware of any injuries. This recall is
being conducted to prevent the possibility of injury.
The red or purple Chillers Sticks, measuring three
inches long, are used to make frozen Jell-O Pudding treats.
An outside supplier manufactured the sticks, which were
packaged in sets of six. Kraft distributed the sticks
nationwide through an 800-number and supermarkets from early
June through mid-July 1996 as part of a promotion for Jell-O
pudding.
Consumers should immediately discard the Chillers
Sticks. If consumers need further information, they should
call Kraft at (800) 433-9363. Kraft Foods has recalled the
Chillers Sticks from store shelves and will no longer
distribute the sticks.
All Jell-O Instant Pudding mix is safe and is not
affected by this recall. Jell-O Instant Pudding recipes can
be prepared and consumed without Chillers Sticks.
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