A series of urgent product recalls have been issued across the UK, affecting items sold at major supermarket chains including Tesco, Asda, Aldi, Sainsbury’s, Iceland, and Aldi. Customers are being urged to check their cupboards immediately, as affected items could pose serious health risks, ranging from allergic reactions to physical harm.
Aldi: Allergen Alert on Baby Potatoes
Product: Inspired Cuisine Baby Potatoes with Herbs and Butter
Issue: Undeclared milk
Risk: Health threat to those with milk allergies
Action: Return to store for a full refund
Best Before Date: April 12, 2025
Sainsbury’s: Metal Found in Chocolate
Product: Taste the Difference Belgian Milk Chocolate Honeycomb Pretzel
Issue: Possible metal contamination
Batch Code: L159922
Best Before Date: April 2025
Advice: Do not eat. Return to store for a refund
Tony’s Chocolonely: Small Stones in Chocolate
- Dark Almond Sea Salt Bar 180g – Codes: 162633, 162614, 163061
- Everything Bar 180g – Codes: 4331, 4332, 4333
Issue: May contain stones
Risk: Potential choking or injury
Action: Return for refund or replacement
Tesco: Soya Allergy Risk in Meal Kits
Products:
- Free From Katsu Curry Meal Kit (up to Dec 12 best before)
- Free From Sweet & Sour Meal Kit (up to May 19 best before)
Issue: Undeclared soya
Risk: Allergic reaction
Advice: Do not eat. Return for refund
Asda: Toy Recall Due to Choking Risk
Product: Hapello Sensory Roller
Issue: Small plastic parts may detach
Risk: High choking hazard
Batch Code: #36 | Barcode: 5063089161708
Sold: Aug 2023 – Apr 2025
Advice: Stop use immediately. Return for refund
Iceland: Plastic in Vegetable Lasagne
Product: Iceland Vegetable Lasagne
Issue: Presence of plastic
Best Before Dates: July 23, 2026 & July 30, 2026
Advice: Do not eat. Return to store for a refund
Hawkstone Lager: Jeremy Clarkson’s Beer Recalled
Products:
- Hawkstone Black 440ml cans
- Hawkstone Spa Lager 330ml cans
Issue: Undeclared wheat (gluten)
Risk: Allergy risk for those with gluten intolerance or coeliac disease
Action: Return to retailer or contact [email protected]
Rude Health: Insects Found in Granola
Product: Rude Health Chocolate Crunch Granola 400g
Issue: Possible presence of insects
Best Before Date: October 24
Advice: Do not consume. Return for refund
Contact: [email protected]
What You Should Do
If you’ve purchased any of the products listed:
- Check the batch code and best-before date.
- Do not consume or use the item if it matches the recalled batch.
- Return it to the retailer for a full refund—no receipt is needed.
- Contact customer services for more information or support.
Where to Find More Info
Visit the Food Standards Agency (FSA) website for full recall notices:
? https:///www.food.gov.uk
Why Product Recalls Matter
The FSA issues product recalls to protect public health. Items may be recalled due to:
- Undeclared allergens
- Contaminants like metal or plastic
- Risks of choking or injury
- Improper labelling
Retailers are required to display recall notices in-store and online to ensure public awareness.
If you have any affected products—do not eat or use them. Stay informed and report any adverse reactions to your GP and local health authorities.
