The Australian authorities have banned from sale a jelly confectionery that has caused the deaths of at least 15 children around the world.
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The ban, implemented under the Trade Practices Act, will see companies caught selling or importing the mouth-sized jellies liable for a fine of more than A$1m (US$0.54m).
The jellies contain the binding agent called konjac, which must be chewed thoroughly before swallowing as it does not dissolve easily in saliva.
