Food recalls in the United Kingdom in 2018 · page 2
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.
Notices
188 notices, newest first · page 2 of 4.
- 13 October 2018publishedFSAAllergy alertUndeclared allergen
Booths Honey & Spelt Bread recalled because of undeclared allergens
Official wording (English):
Barley (gluten), lupin and sesame. This product contains barley (gluten), lupin and sesame making it a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy or intolerance to lupin and/or sesame and/or an allergy or intolerance to barley (gluten).
- 13 October 2018publishedFSAAllergy alertUndeclared allergen
Milegate Ltd recalls Noury Individually Quick Frozen Prawns because of incorrect allergen labelling
Official wording (English):
Crustaceans, sulphites This product contains crustaceans and sulphites making it a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy to crustaceans and/or a sensitivity to sulphur dioxide and/or sulphites.
- 12 October 2018publishedFSAAllergy alertUndeclared allergen
Azka Impex recalls PRAN Muri Moa because milk is not correctly mentioned on the label
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.
- 12 October 2018publishedFSAAllergy alertUndeclared allergen
Booths Honey & Spelt Bread recalled 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.
- 9 October 2018publishedFSAAllergy alertUndeclared allergen
Farmhouse Biscuits Ltd recalls its Honey & Oat Biscuits due to undeclared wheat
Official wording (English):
Wheat (gluten) This product contains wheat making it a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy or intolerance to wheat or gluten
- 9 October 2018publishedFSAAllergy alertUndeclared allergen
Booths Chicken Tikka Masala with Pilau Rice Pot recalled because of undeclared cashew nuts
Official wording (English):
Nuts (cashew nuts) This product contains cashew nuts making it a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy to nuts.
- 9 October 2018publishedFSAAllergy alertUndeclared allergen
Southern Synergy recalls Arnott’s Shapes Originals varieties due to undeclared allergens
Official wording (English):
Celery and/or Mustard These products contain celery and/or mustard making them a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy to celery and/or mustard.
- 5 October 2018publishedFSAAllergy alertUndeclared allergen
The National Trust recalls biscuits due to a labelling error
Official wording (English):
Peanuts and or tree nuts These products may contain nuts making them a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy to peanuts and/or tree nuts.
- 5 October 2018publishedFSAProduct recallForeign body
The Raw Chocolate Company recalls its Chocolate Goji Berries because they may contain small pieces of metal
Official wording (English):
The presence of small pieces of metal is a potential choking hazard.
- 1 October 2018publishedFSAProduct recallForeign body
Montezuma's Chocolates recalls its ‘Great British Puddings Truffle Collection’ because it may contain small pieces of plastic
Official wording (English):
The presence of pieces of plastic causes a potential choking hazard.
- 28 September 2018publishedFSAAllergy alertUndeclared allergen
Creme d’Or recalls assorted chocolates because they contain undeclared natural pistachio flavouring
Official wording (English):
Nuts (Pistachios) These products may contain pistachio making them a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy to nuts (pistachios).
- 28 September 2018publishedFSAAllergy alertUndeclared allergen
N J Marketing Ltd recalls Lemon Bonbons because of undeclared allergens
Official wording (English):
soya, milk This product contains soya & milk making it a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy to soya and an allergy or intolerance to milk or milk constituents.
- 28 September 2018publishedFSAProduct recallListeria
Lidl Ireland recalls its ‘Baby Leaf Spinach’ due to contamination with Listeria Monocytogenes
Official wording (English):
The presence of Listeria monocytogenes in the product listed above. Symptoms caused by this organism can be similar to flu and include high temperature, muscle ache or pain, chills, feeling or being sick and diarrhoea. However, in rare cases, the infection can be more severe, causing serious…
- 28 September 2018publishedFSAProduct recallListeria
Dunnes Stores recalls its ‘Fresh, Ready to wash, Spinach Leaves’ and ‘Fresh, Ready to Wash, Mixed Leaves, due to contamination with Listeria Monocytogenes
Official wording (English):
The presence of Listeria monocytogenes in the products listed above. Symptoms caused by this organism can be similar to flu and include high temperature, muscle ache or pain, chills, feeling or being sick and diarrhoea. However, in rare cases, the infection can be more severe, causing serious…
- 25 September 2018publishedFSAAllergy alertUndeclared allergen
Sainsbury’s recalls in store bakery all butter croissant due to undeclared almonds
Official wording (English):
Nuts This product contains nuts making it a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy to nuts.
- 21 September 2018publishedFSAProduct recallSalmonella
Dr Zak’s recalls a further batch of Barn Farmed Liquid Egg White because salmonella has been found in the product
Official wording (English):
The presence of salmonella in the product listed above. Symptoms caused by salmonella usually include fever, diarrhoea and abdominal cramps.
- 17 September 2018publishedFSAProduct recallSalmonella
Dr Zak’s recalls Barn Farmed Liquid Egg White because salmonella has been found in the product
Official wording (English):
The presence of salmonella in the product listed above. Symptoms caused by salmonella usually include fever, diarrhoea and abdominal cramps.
- 14 September 2018publishedFSAProduct recallListeria
Dearne Valley Foods recalls McWurst Scotch Egg products because of the possible presence of Listeria monocytogenes
Official wording (English):
The possible presence of Listeria monocytogenes in the products listed above Symptoms caused by this organism can be similar to flu and include high temperature, muscle ache or pain, chills, feeling or being sick and diarrhoea. However, in rare cases, the infection can be more severe, causing…
- 7 September 2018publishedFSAAllergy alertUndeclared allergen
Fazila Foods Limited recalls two types of kebab rolls because of undeclared allergens
Official wording (English):
Milk, Sulphites These products contain milk and sulphites, making them a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy or intolerance to milk or milk constituents, and/or a sensitivity to sulphur dioxide and/or sulphites.
- 3 September 2018publishedFSAProduct recallSalmonella
Tesco recalls its Organic Almonds due to the presence of salmonella
Official wording (English):
The presence of salmonella in the product listed above. Symptoms caused by Salmonella usually include fever, diarrhoea and abdominal cramps.
- 31 August 2018publishedFSAAllergy alertUndeclared allergen
Lidl Ireland recalls Harvest Basket Potato Croquettes as allergens are not written in English
Official wording (English):
Wheat (gluten), Egg This product contains wheat (gluten) and egg making it a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy or intolerance to egg, wheat or gluten.
- 31 August 2018publishedFSAAllergy alertUndeclared allergen
Crosse & Blackwell recalls its Green Vegetable & Kale 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.
- 31 August 2018publishedFSAProduct recallOther reason
Carmarthenshire Dairy Products recalls Boksburg Blue Cheese due to it being produced without approval
Official wording (English):
The product was produced without approval, and therefore it is not known what production and hygiene procedures have taken place at the premise.
- 24 August 2018publishedFSAProduct recallUndeclared allergen
Diamond Food Sales recalls frozen Indian mackerel due to presence of Histamine
Official wording (English):
High levels of Histamine can cause Scombrotoxin poisoning with symptoms resembling an allergic reaction, nausea, headache, vomiting, diarrhoea, itching, oral burning sensation, red rash, flushing of the face and hypotension.
- 23 August 2018publishedFSAAllergy alertUndeclared allergen
Clayton Park Bakery recalls various bakery products because they contain barley
Official wording (English):
Barley (gluten) The products contain barley making them a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy or intolerance to barley or gluten.
- 23 August 2018publishedFSAAllergy alertUndeclared allergen
James Hall & Co recalls take-away sandwich rolls because they contain barley
Official wording (English):
Barley (gluten) The products contain barley making them a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy or intolerance to barley or gluten.
- 23 August 2018publishedFSAProduct recallListeria
Ewing Seafoods recalls further batches of Smoked Salmon products due to contamination with Listeria monocytogenes
Official wording (English):
The products listed above might be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes. Symptoms caused by this organism can be similar to flu and include high temperature, muscle ache or pain, chills, feeling or being sick and diarrhoea. However, in rare cases, the infection can be more severe, causing…
- 22 August 2018publishedFSAAllergy alertUndeclared allergen
Clayton Park Bakery recalls various bakery products because they contain barley
Official wording (English):
Barley (gluten) The products contain barley making them a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy or intolerance to barley or gluten.
- 18 August 2018publishedFSAProduct recallListeria
Ewing Seafoods recalls its Organic Smoked Salmon due to contamination with Listeria monocytogenes
Official wording (English):
The presence of Listeria monocytogenes in the products listed above. Symptoms caused by this organism can be similar to flu and include high temperature, muscle ache or pain, chills, feeling or being sick and diarrhoea. However, in rare cases, the infection can be more severe, causing serious…
- 10 August 2018publishedFSAAllergy alertUndeclared allergen
E H Booths recalls sandwiches due to incorrect allergen labelling
Official wording (English):
Rye and oats This product contains rye and oats making it a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy to rye or oats.
- 8 August 2018publishedFSAAllergy alertUndeclared allergen
Star Distribution (UK) Ltd recalls its Cake Zone Muffins 4 pack Chunky Cherry and Double Chocolate Flavour because of incorrect allergen labelling
Official wording (English):
Egg, milk and wheat (gluten) This product contains egg, milk and wheat (gluten) making it a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy or intolerance to wheat or gluten, egg and/or milk or milk constituents.
- 3 August 2018publishedFSAProduct recallForeign body
Lidl Ireland recalls Freshona Chopped Tomatoes with Basil because the product may contain plastic pieces
Official wording (English):
Product may contain pieces of plastic, which could represent a safety risk.
- 30 July 2018publishedFSAAllergy alertUndeclared allergen
Lidl Ireland recalls McEnnedy Peanut Flavoured Supersize Flips as allergens are not declared in English
Official wording (English):
Peanuts, nuts, gluten This product contains peanuts and may contain traces of nuts and gluten making it a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy to peanuts and/or nuts and/or an allergy or intolerance to gluten
- 28 July 2018publishedFSAAllergy alertUndeclared allergen
(Updated) Bradbury & Son (Buxton) recalls Lo-Col because milk is not emphasised on the 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
- 28 July 2018publishedFSAAllergy alertUndeclared allergen
Co-op recalls its Hoisin Chicken Noodle Box due to undeclared milk
Official wording (English):
Milk These products contain milk making them a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy or intolerance to milk or milk constituents.
- 28 July 2018publishedFSAProduct recallForeign body
Tereos UK recalls Granulated Sugar due to the presence of small metal pieces
Official wording (English):
Tereos UK is recalling granulated sugar due to the possible presence of metal in some packs. The presence of metal makes these products unsafe to eat and presents a safety risk.
- 27 July 2018publishedFSAAllergy alertUndeclared allergen
Asco Foods Ltd recalls Dee Thai Crispy Rolls – Durian Flavour due to undeclared sesame
Official wording (English):
Sesame This product contains sesame making it a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy to sesame.
- 27 July 2018publishedFSAAllergy alertUndeclared allergen
Sainsbury’s recalls ‘by Sainsbury’s Coconut & Yogurt filled Breakfast Biscuits’ and ‘by Sainsbury’s Cocoa filled Breakfast Biscuits’ due to undeclared sesame
Official wording (English):
Sesame These products contain sesame making them a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy to sesame.
- 27 July 2018publishedFSAProduct recallOther microbiological risk
PepsiCo recalls Tropicana Trop 50 Multivitamins Juice
Official wording (English):
Spoilage of the product. Bottles may appear bloated, sediment may be present, or the juice may appear fizzy. The flavour of the product is also likely to be noticeably impacted.
- 26 July 2018publishedFSAAllergy alertUndeclared allergen
Quorn recalls a batch of its 2 Gluten Free Burgers packs because of undeclared gluten
Official wording (English):
Gluten This product contains gluten making it a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy or intolerance to gluten.
- 26 July 2018publishedFSAAllergy alertUndeclared allergen
Bradbury & Son (Buxton) recalls Lo-Col because milk is not emphasised on the 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
- 23 July 2018publishedFSAAllergy alertUndeclared allergen
Nutrisport Ltd recalls various Nutrisport and Atlas protein products 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.
- 20 July 2018publishedFSAProduct recallListeria
UPDATED: Greenyard Frozen UK Ltd recalls various frozen vegetable products due to possible contamination with Listeria monocytogenes
Official wording (English):
The product listed above might be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes. Symptoms caused by this organism can be similar to flu and include high temperature, muscle ache or pain, chills, feeling or being sick and diarrhoea. Some people are more vulnerable to listeria infections, including those…
- 20 July 2018publishedFSAProduct recallListeria
Waitrose recalls Crisp & Creamy Deli Style Coleslaw Side Salad because of the presence of Listeria
Official wording (English):
The presence of Listeria in the product listed above. Symptoms caused by this organism can be similar to flu and include high temperature, muscle ache or pain, chills, feeling or being sick and diarrhoea. However, in rare cases, the infection can be more severe, causing serious complications, such…
- 20 July 2018publishedFSAProduct recallOther microbiological risk
Babease Limited recalls pouches of Broccoli, Parsnip & Lentils Baby Food due to the presence of spoilage organisms.
Official wording (English):
Product may contain uncharacterised spoilage organisms (such as Mould, Enterobacteriaceae or Pseudomonas) at unknown levels which may make this product unsafe to eat.
- 17 July 2018publishedFSAProduct recallChemical contaminant or residue
Health Leads UK Ltd recalls Bitter Apricot Kernels because packs contain high levels of Hydrocyanic Acid (Cyanide)
Official wording (English):
Taking quantities of the product could lead to high levels of Hydrocyanic Acid (Cyanide) being consumed. Consumption of Hydrocyanic Acid (Cyanide) can lead to acute toxicity in some individuals. Symptoms of acute toxicity include headache, dizziness, mental confusion, stupor and cyanosis with…
- 12 July 2018publishedFSAProduct recallForeign body
Schweppes 1783 600ml glass bottles of tonic water recalled due to a manufacturing fault which may cause bottle caps to pop off
Official wording (English):
There is a risk that the bottle caps may pop off unexpectedly which may cause injury.
- 11 July 2018publishedFSAProduct recallListeria
UPDATED: Greenyard Frozen UK Ltd recalls various frozen vegetable products due to possible contamination with Listeria monocytogenes
Official wording (English):
The product listed above might be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes. Symptoms caused by this organism can be similar to flu and include high temperature, muscle ache or pain, chills, feeling or being sick and diarrhoea. Some people are more vulnerable to listeria infections, including those…
- 10 July 2018publishedFSAFood alert for actionForeign body
Consumers advised about Rolkem cake decoration products
Official wording (English):
These products are unlikely to be consumed in such levels as to cause any serious risk to health. However, we have some concerns that products may contain high levels of heavy metals, contain unapproved non-food pigments and/or other unapproved ingredients. It has not been possible to confirm the…
- 7 July 2018publishedFSAProduct recallListeria
UPDATED: Greenyard Frozen UK Ltd recalls various frozen vegetable products due to possible contamination with Listeria monocytogenes
Official wording (English):
The product listed above might be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes. Symptoms caused by this organism can be similar to flu and include high temperature, muscle ache or pain, chills, feeling or being sick and diarrhoea. Some people are more vulnerable to listeria infections, including those…
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