Allergy Alert
Waitrose recalls Waitrose Chinese Takeaway Bag for 2 because of undeclared molluscs
England, Scotland and Wales specific
Waitrose is recalling Waitrose Chinese Takeaway Bag for 2 because it contains molluscs, which are not mentioned on the label. This means the product is a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy to molluscs.
Product details
| Use by | All dates from 21 September 2024 to 04 December 2024 |
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Risk statement
Allergen(s): Molluscs
This product contains molluscs making it a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy to molluscs.
We are issuing this recall on 04 December 2024, which is the last use by date quoted in this recall. This is because the product is suitable for freezing and therefore there may be products from the recall period (21 September 2024 - 04 December 2024) in people's freezers, which will need to be recalled.
Action taken by the company
Waitrose 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 recall 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 to molluscs, do not eat it. Instead return it to your local Waitrose branch for a full refund. For more information contact Waitrose Customer Care 0800 188 884, Option 4.
About allergy alerts
Sometimes there will be a problem with a food product that means it should not be sold. Then it might be 'withdrawn' (taken off the shelves) or 'recalled' (when customers are asked to return the product). Sometimes foods have to be withdrawn or recalled if there is a risk to consumers because the allergy labelling is missing or incorrect or if there is any other food allergy risk. When there is a food allergy risk, the FSA will issue an Allergy Alert.
Ref: FSA-AA-57-2024