Tesco has pulled Walls’ classic luxurious ice cream pudding Viennetta Vanillas from its shelves because possible allergens milk and soya are listed in Spanish on packets.
Unilever, the company that owns Walls, has recalled the product which was sold to some customers with an incorrect label, Bolton News reported on Saturday.
The label, according to the Food Standards Agency, should have said: “This product contains milk and may contain soya making it a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy or intolerance to milk or milk constituents and/or an allergy to soya.”
Instead it was printed in Spanish.
“This means the product is a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy or intolerance to milk or milk constituents and/or an allergy to soya,” the FSA said.
“This is a result of a labelling error which means allergens and product information are in Spanish.
“This only affects products sold at Tesco stores in the UK.”
The 650ml tub usually sells for £2 at the supermarket.
Unilever is recalling the above product 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.
The FSA added: “If you have bought the above product and have an allergy or intolerance to milk or milk constituents and/or an allergy to soya, do not eat it.
“Instead, contact the Unilever careline team for further guidance on 0800146252 or email ukicare@unilever.com.”
