Food Safety Alerts
Presence of Peanut in Sauces and Dips
The Environmental Agency has been notified by the Food Standards Agency, UK that batches of mustard powder and mustard flour imported to the UK from India have been found to contain undeclared peanut protein. In the interest of protecting consumers as a precautionary measure we are advising anyone with a peanut allergy or suspected peanut…
Read MoreProduction and distribution of counterfeit Glen’s Vodka, which contains isopropyl alcohol that is not suitable for human consumption.
The Environmental Agency has been made aware of the production and distribution of counterfeit vodka labeled as Glen’s Vodka. The counterfeit vodka may have a strange smell and taste different from genuine vodka. Products sampled were found to contain isopropyl alcohol, so they are unsafe. Isopropyl alcohol is an industrial solvent and is not intended…
Read MoreUnilever recalls Viennetta Vanilla because allergens are not listed in English
Unilever are recalling Viennetta Vanilla because milk and soya are not listed in English on the label. 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. This is a result of a labelling error which means allergens and…
Read MoreUnilever recalls Magnum Classic Ice Cream Sticks 3 pack because they may contain pieces of metal
Unilever is recalling Magnum Classic Ice Cream Sticks (3x100ml) because they may contain pieces of metal. The possible presence of metal makes this product unsafe to eat. Product details Pack size 3x100ml Batch code L3324, L3325, L3326, L3327, L3328 Best before November 2025 Risk statement This product may contain pieces of metal which makes it…
Read MoreMercury in swordfish from Spain – Rapid Alert System for Food and Feed
Please find attached the notification 2024.1896 received through the Rapid Alert System for Food and Feed (RASFF) managed by the Directorate-General for Health and Food Safety, concerning Mercury in Swordfish from Spain.
Read MoreWheat undeclared on bag of candies from Spain – Rapid Alert System for Food and Feed
Please find attached the notification 2024.2101 received through the Rapid Alert System for Food and Feed (RASFF) managed by the Directorate-General for Health and Food Safety, concerning wheat undeclared on bag of candies from Spain.
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