Food recalls in the United Kingdom in 2018
188 official food recall notices published by the Food Standards Agency (FSA) in the United Kingdom in 2018, newest first. Each notice links to the official page.
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188 notices, newest first · page 1 of 4.
- 24 December 2018publishedFSAAllergy alertUndeclared allergen
Waitrose recalls Morello Cherry and Almond Tart due to undeclared pistachio (nuts)
Official wording (English):
Pistachio (nuts) This product contains pistachio (nuts) making it a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy to pistachio (nuts).
- 21 December 2018publishedFSAProduct recallSalmonella
Avondale Pet Foods Ltd recalls Just Natural Chicken & Tripe because salmonella has been found in the product
Official wording (English):
The presence of salmonella in the product listed above. Salmonella is a bacterium that can cause illness in humans and animals. The product could therefore carry a potential risk, because of the presence of salmonella, either through direct handling of the pet food, or indirectly, for example from…
- 20 December 2018publishedFSAProduct recallOther reason
Waitrose recalls its Chunky Battered Haddock Fish Fingers because they contain large fish bones
Official wording (English):
The presence of large fish bones makes this product unsafe to eat and presents a safety risk.
- 19 December 2018publishedFSAProduct recallUndeclared allergen
Pieminister recalls Gluten Free Moo Pie because it may contain small pieces of plastic
Official wording (English):
The presence of plastic makes this product unsafe to eat and presents a safety risk.
- 19 December 2018publishedFSAProduct recallForeign body
Lactalis UK recalls Seriously Melting Pot because the glass pot may break when heated
Official wording (English):
Glass product packaging may break when heated, which could pose a safety risk.
- 17 December 2018publishedFSAProduct recallLabelling error
Daylesford Organic recalls Organic Cottage Pies because of incorrect date labelling
Official wording (English):
The affected product has been labelled with incorrect use-by dates, and therefore could inadvertently be eaten past the date by which it can be safely consumed.
- 14 December 2018publishedFSAAllergy alertUndeclared allergen
P & B (Foods) extends recall of Heera Ground Almonds because they may contain undeclared peanuts
Official wording (English):
Peanuts This product contains peanuts making it a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy to peanuts.
- 14 December 2018publishedFSAProduct recallUndeclared allergen
HEMA recalls hazelnut milk chocolate letters because they may contain pieces of plastic
Official wording (English):
The presence of plastic makes this product unsafe to eat and presents a safety risk.
- 13 December 2018publishedFSAAllergy alertUndeclared allergen
P & B (Foods) recalls Heera Ground Almonds because they contain undeclared peanuts
Official wording (English):
Peanuts This product contains peanuts making it a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy to peanuts.
- 13 December 2018publishedFSAAllergy alertUndeclared allergen
E H Booths recalls two salad products because of undeclared allergens
Official wording (English):
Mustard, soya, wheat (gluten) The above products contain mustard or soya and wheat (gluten) making them a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy to mustard or soya, or an allergy or intolerance to wheat or gluten.
- 12 December 2018publishedFSAAllergy alertUndeclared allergen
Poundstretcher recalls Hazelnut Cream Truffles Crisp Wafer Ball because of undeclared allergens
Official wording (English):
Whey (Milk) and peanuts. This product contains whey (milk) and may contain peanuts, making it a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy or intolerance to milk or milk constituents and/or an allergy to peanuts.
- 11 December 2018publishedFSAProduct recallOther reason
Natural Instinct recalls Wild Venison (Natural Cat Food) as some of the ingredients were not inspected in line with EU requirements
Official wording (English):
Some of the ingredients were not inspected in line with EU requirements. The absence of inspection means the safety of the product cannot be confirmed and may therefore carry a potential risk.
- 10 December 2018publishedFSAProduct recallOther reason
Premium Halal Meat Poultry recalls several chicken products as they have been produced without approval
Official wording (English):
Premium Halal Meat Poultry Limited does not have approval to produce ‘Direct Poultry Products Ltd’ chicken products, the products do not meet the food safety requirements and are therefore deemed unfit for human consumption.
- 7 December 2018publishedFSAAllergy alertUndeclared allergen
Sainsbury’s recalls Taste the Difference 10 Thai Turkey Meatballs due to undeclared milk
Official wording (English):
Milk This product contains milk, making it a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy or intolerance to milk or milk constituents.
- 30 November 2018publishedFSAAllergy alertUndeclared allergen
English Heritage recalls Cherry Brandy, Ginger Liqueur, Elderberry & Port and Scrumpy Cider because of undeclared sulphites
Official wording (English):
Sulphites These products contain sulphites making them a possible health risk for anyone with a sensitivity to sulphur dioxide and/or sulphites.
- 28 November 2018publishedFSAAllergy alertUndeclared allergen
Poundstretcher recalls Aldiva Waffo Roll Cappuccino Cream because of undeclared allergens
Official wording (English):
Egg, wheat (gluten), hazelnuts, peanuts, sesame, soya, and milk. This product contains egg, wheat (gluten), hazelnuts, peanuts, sesame, soya and milk making it a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy to hazelnuts, peanuts, sesame, soya and/or an allergy or intolerance to egg and/or wheat…
- 28 November 2018publishedFSAAllergy alertUndeclared allergen
Poundstretcher recalls Aldiva Mosaik Cake Break because of undeclared allergens
Official wording (English):
Egg and wheat (gluten), and may contain hazelnuts, milk, peanuts, sesame and sulphite. This product contains egg and wheat (gluten), and may contain hazelnuts, milk peanuts, sesame and sulphite making it a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy to hazelnuts, peanuts, and/or an allergy or…
- 28 November 2018publishedFSAAllergy alertUndeclared allergen
Nestle recalls La Laitière Clafoutis Aux Cerises because of undeclared allergens
Official wording (English):
Milk, egg and wheat (gluten), and may contain nuts The product is a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy to nuts and/or an allergy or intolerance to egg and/or wheat (gluten), and/or an allergy or intolerance to milk or milk constituents.
- 26 November 2018publishedFSAProduct recallSalmonella
Galmere Fresh Foods recalls Pestle and Mortar Fresh Pestos due to the possible presence of Salmonella
Official wording (English):
Salmonella The products listed above might be contaminated with Salmonella. Symptoms caused by Salmonella usually include fever, diarrhoea and abdominal cramps.
- 24 November 2018publishedFSAProduct recallSalmonella
Lidl Ireland recalls Meadow Fresh Green Pesto due to the possible presence of Salmonella
Official wording (English):
The product listed above might be contaminated with Salmonella. Symptoms caused by Salmonella usually include fever, diarrhoea and abdominal cramps.
- 23 November 2018publishedFSAAllergy alertUndeclared allergen
Centra recalls Inspired by Centra Chocolate Covered Raisins because of undeclared peanuts
Official wording (English):
Peanuts This product may contain peanuts, making it a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy to peanuts.
- 23 November 2018publishedFSAProduct recallLabelling error
Nisa Retail recalls Heritage British Skinless Chicken Breast Fillets because of incorrect date labelling
Official wording (English):
The affected products have been labelled with an incorrect use-by date, and therefore could inadvertently be eaten past the date by which it can be safely consumed.
- 22 November 2018publishedFSAAllergy alertUndeclared allergen
English Cheesecake Company recalls Treacle Tart Cheesecake slices because of undeclared soya
Official wording (English):
Soya This product contains soya making it a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy to soya.
- 21 November 2018publishedFSAAllergy alertUndeclared allergen
Hon Shen Ltd recalls Nissin Foods Holdings Spicy Beef Flavour Cup Noodles because of incorrect allergen labelling
Official wording (English):
The product contains egg, wheat (gluten), milk or soya making it a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy or intolerance to egg and/or wheat (gluten), and/or allergy or intolerance to milk or milk constituents, and/or an allergy to soya.
- 21 November 2018publishedFSAProduct recallLabelling error
UPDATE: Waitrose recalls an additional date code of Christmas Prawn products due to incorrect date labelling
Official wording (English):
The affected products have been labelled with incorrect use-by dates, and therefore could inadvertently be eaten past the date by which they can be safely consumed.
- 19 November 2018publishedFSAProduct recallForeign body
Update: EH Booths recalls their mince pies because they may contain pieces of white plastic
Official wording (English):
The presence of plastic is a potential safety risk.
- 17 November 2018publishedFSAProduct recallSalmonella
Caffreys recalls its Confectionery Halloween Bloodie Mallows because it may contain salmonella
Official wording (English):
The product listed above might be contaminated with salmonella. Symptoms caused by salmonella usually include fever, diarrhoea and abdominal cramps.
- 16 November 2018publishedFSAAllergy alertUndeclared allergen
Nisa recalls Heritage Dark Chocolate because of undeclared milk
Official wording (English):
Milk This product contains milk making it a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy or intolerance to milk or milk constituents.
- 16 November 2018publishedFSAProduct recallSalmonella
The Raw Factory recalls various raw pet food products containing tripe and/or pork as they contain salmonella
Official wording (English):
The presence of salmonella in the products listed. Salmonella is a bacterium that can cause food poisoning in humans and animals. The product could therefore carry a potential risk, either through direct handling of the pet food, or indirectly for example from food bowls or utensils or contact with…
- 16 November 2018publishedFSAProduct recallForeign body
Booths recalls their mince pies because they may contain pieces of white plastic
Official wording (English):
The presence of plastic is a potential safety risk.
- 15 November 2018publishedFSAAllergy alertUndeclared allergen
Clive’s recalls Bombay Vegetables with Daal Tarts because of undeclared allergens
Official wording (English):
Mustard, sesame This product contains mustard and sesame making it a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy to mustard and/or sesame.
- 15 November 2018publishedFSAProduct recallLabelling error
Lidl recalls three varieties of its Warren & Sons Pâtés due to incorrect date labelling
Official wording (English):
The affected products have been labelled incorrectly or are missing a use-by date, and therefore could be inadvertently eaten past the date by which they can be safely consumed.
- 14 November 2018publishedFSAAllergy alertUndeclared allergen
Gardiners of Scotland recalls Gardiners Scottish Macaroon Bars due to undeclared soya
Official wording (English):
Soya This product contains soya making it a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy to soya.
- 14 November 2018publishedFSAAllergy alertUndeclared allergen
Walkers recalls Sensations Thai Sweet Chilli Flavour Potato Crisps because of incorrect allergen labelling
Official wording (English):
Wheat (gluten) The products contain wheat making them a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy or intolerance to wheat or gluten.
- 9 November 2018publishedFSAAllergy alertUndeclared allergen
SlimFast recalls Advanced Vitality Strawberry + Blueberry Burst Meal Replacement Powder Shake Vegan due to undeclared milk
Official wording (English):
Milk This product contains milk making it a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy or intolerance to milk or milk constituents.
- 7 November 2018publishedFSAAllergy alertUndeclared allergen
Cully and Sully recalls its Smoked Haddock and Salmon Chowder due to undeclared molluscs
Official wording (English):
Molluscs This product contains molluscs making it a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy to molluscs.
- 3 November 2018publishedFSAAllergy alertUndeclared allergen
Waitrose recalls Waitrose Aromatic Green & White Chickpea and Bean Salad because of undeclared allergens
Official wording (English):
Wheat and Barley (gluten), Nuts, mustard, and soya. This product contains wheat and barley (gluten), nuts, mustard and soya, making it a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy or intolerance to wheat and barley (gluten), and/or an allergy to nuts, mustard, and soya.
- 3 November 2018publishedFSAAllergy alertUndeclared allergen
Candyco recalls various Monarch Confectionary products because of incorrect allergen labelling
Official wording (English):
Milk The products contain milk making it a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy or intolerance to milk or milk constituents.
- 2 November 2018publishedFSAAllergy alertUndeclared allergen
Spartan Protein recalls various products due to incorrect allergen labelling
Official wording (English):
Milk, Wheat (gluten) and/or Peanuts The products listed above contain milk (all products) and peanuts and wheat (gluten) (Peanut Butter & Cacao Flapjack & Peanut Butter & Honey Flapjack) making them a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy or intolerance to milk or milk constituents or…
- 1 November 2018publishedFSAAllergy alertUndeclared allergen
Tesco recalls Tesco Pea and Spinach Dip and Tesco Roasted Carrot and Chickpea Dip because of undeclared milk
Official wording (English):
Milk These products contain milk making it a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy or intolerance to milk or milk constituents.
- 31 October 2018publishedFSAAllergy alertUndeclared allergen
Waitrose recalls Waitrose Sweet Potato Fries because of undeclared allergens
Official wording (English):
Wheat (gluten) and Soya This product may contain wheat (gluten) and soya making it a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy or intolerance to wheat or gluten, and/or with an allergy to soya.
- 29 October 2018publishedFSAAllergy alertUndeclared allergen
Greco Brothers Ltd recalls Greco Brothers 20 Choc Wafers because of incorrect allergen labelling
Official wording (English):
Milk This product contains milk making it a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy or intolerance to milk or milk constituents
- 25 October 2018publishedFSAAllergy alertUndeclared allergen
The Grocer Ltd recalls its Spinach & Broccoli Soup due to undeclared milk
Official wording (English):
Milk This product contains milk making it a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy or intolerance to milk or milk constituents.
- 25 October 2018publishedFSAProduct recallSalmonella
CSM Bakery Solutions recalls its 18 Chocolate Cornflake Cluster Mini Bites due to the possible presence of salmonella
Official wording (English):
The product listed above might be contaminated with salmonella. Symptoms caused by salmonella usually include fever, diarrhoea and abdominal cramps.
- 24 October 2018publishedFSAAllergy alertUndeclared allergen
Espresso Warehouse recalls two Wooden Spoon products due to incorrect allergen labelling
Official wording (English):
Risk: Soya, Milk and/or Wheat (gluten) The products listed above contain soya, milk or wheat (gluten) making them a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy or intolerance to milk or milk constituents or wheat (gluten) or an allergy to soya.
- 23 October 2018publishedFSAAllergy alertUndeclared allergen
Waitrose recalls its Normandy Pork Casserole because of undeclared milk
Official wording (English):
Milk This product contains milk making it a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy or intolerance to milk or milk constituents. Milk This product contains milk making it a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy or intolerance to milk or milk constituents.
- 22 October 2018publishedFSAAllergy alertUndeclared allergen
ASDA recalls ASDA Frozen Smooth Mashed Potato because of undeclared gluten
Official wording (English):
Wheat (gluten) This product contains wheat (gluten) making it a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy or intolerance to wheat or gluten.
- 18 October 2018publishedFSAProduct recallOther reason
Dunnes Stores recalls its Slow Roasted Turkey Slices due to Incorrect ‘Use By’ Date
Official wording (English):
Consuming the product after its intended use by date could pose a risk of food poisoning.
- 16 October 2018publishedFSAAllergy alertUndeclared allergen
John & Pascalis recalls Four Seasons Sesame Tahini because of undeclared peanuts
Official wording (English):
Peanuts These products contain peanuts, making them a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy to peanuts.
- 15 October 2018publishedFSAAllergy alertUndeclared allergen
Southern Synergy extends its recall of Arnott’s products due to undeclared allergens
Official wording (English):
Celery and Mustard These products contain celery and/or mustard making them a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy to celery and/or mustard.
Sources: openFDA (U.S. FDA food enforcement reports), CC0 · Health Canada / CFIA Recalls and Safety Alerts, Open Government Licence – Canada · Food Standards Agency food alerts, OGL v3 · RappelConso (DGCCRF), Licence Ouverte 2.0. Shares and counts: Shelfpedia calculations.