A number of food products have been recalled from supermarkets due to fears they could cause harm if consumed.
Tesco is among the supermarkets issuing product recalls for items including mixed fruit and nuts, which are believed to contain milk. Tesco has also issued recalls on Vocation beer 'due to fermentation in some of the cans, causing them to swell and potentially burst', and vitamins that are above the legal dosage limit.
Morrisons, Asda and Lidl are also recalling certain products from their shelves due to safety concerns, Plymouth Live reports.
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Product recalls are issued by the Food Standards Agency and are made to ensure that customers are aware products have a problem with them, making them unfit for sale.
Stores have apologised for any inconvenience caused and urged anyone who is affected to return their product to the supermarket it was purchased from to receive a full refund.
Here are some of the latest product recalls from UK supermarkets.
Asda - White Lasagne Sauce
The following notice has been issued by the Food Standards Agency.
Asda is taking the precautionary action of recalling Asda White Lasagne Sauce because of a possible microbiological contamination risk due to a production fault. The issue only affects products sold at Asda stores in the North West of England, North Midlands and North Wales.
Product details
Asda White Lasagne Sauce
Pack size: 480 g
Best-before date: 03 February 2024
Risk statement
This product may contain microbiological contamination and could be unsafe to eat.
Action taken by the company
Asda is recalling the above product from affected stores only. Point-of-sale notices will only be displayed in affected Asda stores. These notices explain to customers why the product is being recalled and tells them what to do if they have bought the product. Please see the point-of-sale notice for a full list of affected stores.
Our advice to consumers
If you have bought the above product do not eat it. Instead, return it to the Asda store from where it was bought for a full refund, no receipt required. If you would like any further information, please contact Asda Customer Relations on 0800 952 0101.
Tesco - Mixed Fruit and Nut (update)
The following notice has been issued by the Food Standards Agency.
Product details
Tesco Mixed Fruit and Nut
Pack size: 25 g
Batch code: All batches
Best-before dates: All dates
Risk statement
Allergen(s): milk
This product contains milk making it a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy or intolerance to milk or milk constituents.
Action taken by the company
Tesco is recalling the above product from consumers and has contacted the relevant allergy support organisations, which will tell their members about the recall. The company has also issued a point-of-sale notice and informed its customers. These notices explain to customers why the product is being recalled and advise them what to do if they have bought the product. Please see the attached notice.
Our advice to consumers
If you have bought the above product and have an allergy or intolerance to milk or milk constituents do not eat it. Instead, return it to the store from where it was bought for a full refund. Consumers can also contact Tesco Consumer Services on 0800 505 555.
Tesco - Vocation - Lower Altitude Table Beer
The following notice appears on the Tesco website.
Vocation Lower Altitude Table Beer 4 x 330 ml
Vocation Brewery is recalling all batch codes of Vocation Lower Altitude Table Beer 4 x 330 ml, due to fermentation in some of the cans, causing them to swell and potentially burst.
Product batches affected
Batch code: all codes
Best-before end date: all dates
What you should do
If you've bought an affected product, please don't drink it. Instead, take a photo of the cans and then dispose of them safely at home. Show the photo to a colleague at a customer services desk in a Tesco store to receive a full refund. No receipt is required.
Use our store locator to find your nearest Tesco.
Contact details
If you'd like more information, please contact Vocation Brewery at hello@vocationbrewery.com or by phone on 01422 410810.
Lidl - Eridanous Greek Style Smoked Mackerel Fillet with Olives and Oregano
The following notice has been issued by the Food Standards Agency.
Lidl GB is recalling Eridanous Greek Style Smoked Mackerel Fillet with Olives and Oregano with Soy Oil because Listeria monocytogenes has been found in the product.
Product details
Eridanous Greek Style Smoked Mackerel Fillet with Olives and Oregano with Soy Oil
Pack size: 150 g
Lot number: 01063402062022
Best-before date: 02 January 2023
Risk statement
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 complications, such as meningitis.
Some people are more vulnerable to Listeria infections, including those over 65 years of age, pregnant women and their unborn babies, babies less than one month old and people with weakened immune systems.
Action taken by the company
Lidl GB is recalling the above product. Point of sale notices will be displayed in all retail stores that are selling this product. These notices explain to customers why the product is being recalled and tell them what to do if they have bought the product. Please see the attached notice.
Our advice to consumers
If you have bought the above product do not eat it. Instead, return it to the store from where it was bought for a full refund. Any customer with queries or concerns can contact Lidl Customer services by telephone on 0370 4441234 or by email at customer.services@lidl.co.uk.
Linda McCartney - 2 Vegetarian 1/4lb Burgers
The following notice has been issued by the Food Standards Agency.
Linda McCartney is recalling Linda McCartney 2 Vegetarian 1/4lb Burgers because the product contains milk which is not mentioned on the label. This means the product is a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy or intolerance to milk or milk constituents.
Product details
Linda McCartney 2 Vegetarian 1/4lb Burgers
Pack size: 227 g
Batch codes: 20922, 21022 and 21122
Best-before date: January 2024
Risk statement
This product contains milk making it a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy or intolerance to milk or milk constituents.
Action taken by the company
Linda McCartney is recalling the above product from consumers and has been advised to contact the relevant allergy support organisations, which will tell their members about the recall. The company has also issued a point-of-sale notice to its customers. These notices explain to customers why the product is being recalled and tell them what to do if they have bought the product. Please see the attached notice.
Our advice to consumers
If you have bought the above product and have an allergy or intolerance to milk or milk constituents do not eat it. Instead, return it to the store from where it was bought for a full refund. Consumers can also contact Linda McCartney Consumer Care on 0800 0014409.
Abra-ca-Debora - Dutch Pancakes
The following notice has been issued by the Food Standards Agency.
Cérélia is recalling two types of Abra-ca-Debora Dutch Pancakes because they might contain Listeria monocytogenes .
Product details
Abra-ca-Debora 6 Original Dutch Pancakes
Pack size: 375 g
Batch code: 1000050799
Best-before date: 30 August 2022
Abra-ca-Debora 6 Original Dutch Pancakes
Pack size: 375 g
Batch code: 1000050800
Best-before date: 01 September 2022
Abra-ca-Debora 6 Sweet Dutch Pancakes
Pack size: 375 g
Batch code: 1000050803
Best-before date: 30 August 2022
Abra-ca-Debora 6 Sweet Dutch Pancakes
Pack size: 375 g
Batch code: 1000050804
Best-before date: 02 September 2022
Risk statement
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 serious complications, such as meningitis.
Some people are more vulnerable to listeria infections, including those over 65 years of age, pregnant women and their unborn babies, babies less than one month old and people with weakened immune systems.
Action taken by the company
Cérélia is recalling the above products. Point of sale notices will be displayed in all retail stores that are selling these products. These notices explain to customers why the products are being recalled and tell them what to do if they have bought any of the products. Please see the attached notice.
Our advice to consumers
If you have bought any of the above products do not eat them. Instead, return them to the store from where they were bought for a full refund. For more information, please contact Cérélia Belgium at qa@cerelia.com.
Westmorland Farmshop - chocolate bars (various)
The following notice has been issued by the Food Standards Agency.
Westmorland Farmshop with The Cocoabean Co are recalling various chocolate bar products because they might have been mispacked with a peanut butter bar. These products might contain peanuts which is not mentioned on the label. This means the products are a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy to peanuts.
Product details
Mint Fondant Bar
Pack size: 45 g
Best-before date: 1 February 2023
Honeycomb Bar
Pack size: 45 g
Best-before date: 1 February 2023
Salted caramel Bar
Pack size: 45 g
Best-before date: 1 February 2023
Risk statement
Allergen(s): peanuts
These products might contain peanuts making them a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy to peanuts.
Action taken by the company
Westmorland Farmshop with The Cocoabean Co is recalling the above products from customers and has contacted the relevant allergy support organisations, which will tell their members about the recall. The company has also issued a point-of-sale notice to its customers. These notices explain to customers why the products are being recalled and tell them what to do if they have bought the products. Please see the attached notice.
Our advice to consumers
If you have bought the above products and have an allergy to peanuts, do not eat them. Instead return them to the store from where they were bought for a full refund.
Tesco Health - Omega 3 Fish Oil capsules
The following notice appears on the Tesco website.
Tesco Health Omega 3 Fish Oil 30, 90 and 240 capsules
We're recalling certain date codes of Tesco Health Omega 3 Fish Oil 30, 90 and 240 capsules, as they contain raised levels of glycidol, which are above the permitted legal limit. This shouldn't affect your health, if you've been following the dosage advice. However, if you've used the product very recently and feel unwell, we recommend you consult your GP.
Product batches affected
Tesco Health Omega 3 Fish Oil 30, 90 and 240 capsules
Best-before end dates: all dates up to and including April 2025
What you should do
If you've bought an affected product, please don't use it. Instead, return it to a Tesco store for a refund. No receipt is required.
Use our store locators to find your nearest UK Tesco or ROI Tesco.
Contact details
For more information, please contact Tesco Customer Services on 0800 505 555 (UK) or 1800 248 123 (ROI).
Ardo - Fruitberry mix
The following notice has been issued by the Food Standards Agency.
Ardo NV is recalling Ardo Fruitberry mix because Hepatitis A has been found in the product, which makes the product unsafe to eat.
Product details
Ardo Fruitberry mix
Pack size: 1 kg
Lot number: 58622130
Best-before end date: November 2024
Ardo Fruitberry mix
Pack size: 1 kg
Lot number: 58622131
Best-before end date: November 2024
Ardo Fruitberry mix
Pack size: 2.5 kg
Lot number: 58622131
Best-before end date: May 2024
Risk statement
This product is contaminated with Hepatitis A. Symptoms caused by Hepatitis A usually include fever, nausea, abdominal cramps, diarrhoea, dark-coloured urine and jaundice (a yellowing of the skin).
Action taken by the company
Ardo is recalling the above product. Point of sale notices will be displayed in all retail stores that are selling this product. These notices explain to customers why the product is being recalled and tell them what to do if they have bought the product. Please see the attached notice.
Our advice to consumers
If you have bought this product do not eat it. Instead, return it to the store from where it was bought for a full refund.
Morrisons - mango products (various)
The following notice has been issued by the Food Standards Agency.
Product details
Morrisons Mango
Pack size: 240 g
Best-before date: 23 August 2022
Morrisons Mango fingers
Pack size: 210 g
Best-before date: 22 August 2022
Risk statement
The presence of Salmonella in the products listed above.
Symptoms caused by Salmonella usually include fever, diarrhoea and abdominal cramps.
Action taken by the company
Morrisons is recalling the above products. Point of sale notices will be displayed in retail stores that are selling these products. These notices explain to customers why the products are being recalled and tell customers what to do if they have bought the products. Please see the attached notice.
Our advice to consumers
If you have bought any of the above products do not eat it. Instead, return it to the nearest Morrisons store for a full refund.
Karmen's - Cake Zone - Sponge Cake
The following notice has been issued by the Food Standards Agency.
Star Distribution (UK) Ltd is recalling Karmen's Cake Zone Sponge Cake because pieces of metal have been found in the product which makes the product unsafe to eat.
Product details
Karmen's Cake Zone Sponge Cake
Pack size: 600 g
Batch codes: B164, B165, B172, B185, B186, B192, B196 and B199
Best-before dates: 11 September 2022, 12 September 2022, 19 September 2022, 03 October 2022, 09 October 2022, 13 October 2022 and 16 October 2022
Risk statement
This product may contain pieces of metal which makes it unsafe to eat.
Action taken by the company
Star Distribution (UK) Ltd is recalling the above product. Point of sale notices will be displayed in all retail stores that are selling this product. These notices explain to customers why the product is being recalled and tell them what to do if they have bought the product. Please see the attached notice.
Our advice to consumers
If you have bought the above product do not eat it. Instead, return it to the store from where it was bought for a full refund.
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