Amorphophallus Konjac Root Powder
Konjac glucomannan is a soluble fiber. Konjac jelly mini-cups have caused choking deaths and are banned in the EU (Decision 2004/374/EC) and restricted by FDA when in mini-cup form.
What it is
Powdered root of Amorphophallus konjac, primarily composed of glucomannan, a soluble dietary fiber.
Thickener; gelling agent; soluble fiber source.
Why it's flagged
- choking hazard in jelly form
- esophageal obstruction without adequate fluid
What regulators actually say
"FDA is warning consumers not to eat konjac mini-cup gel candies because they pose a choking risk that has resulted in deaths."
"The placing on the market of jelly confectionery containing the food additives konjac (E425) in jelly mini-cups is suspended."
Regulatory status
United States — FDA
Permitted as food ingredient; FDA warned against mini-cup konjac jellies
European Union — EFSA
Permitted (E425); konjac in jelly mini-cups banned (Decision 2004/374/EC)
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