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Recall Roundup: Spotlight on undeclared allergens

Posted: 15 September 2023 | | No comments yet

In our latest instalment of Recall Roundup we look at food recalls in the UK and US involving incorrect allergen labelling.

Recall roundup:

Undeclared allergens

In the UK, Bertie’s Bakery is recalling its Brioche Buns Pre-sliced as they contain egg that is not mentioned on the label.

The product being recalled comes in a pack size of 6, with the recall affecting all dates up to and including 17/09/24.

The company has been advised to contact the relevant allergy support organisations to alert their members about the recall.

Those that have purchased the product and have an allergy or intolerance to eggs have been advised to return it to the store of purchase for a full refund.

Costa recalls products warning they “may contain small stones”

Meanwhile, in the US, Knickerbocker 365, is recalling its 16-ounce packages of “Homestyle Hamburger Buns” as they contain undeclared milk.

The packages were distributed in southeastern Michigan retail stores, restaurants and foodservice. The stores involved in the recall are: All Season’s Market, John’s Market, Main Party Store, Nino Salvaggio, Steiner Meat Market and Van Dyke Liquor Beer & Wine.

The product is sold in a 16 ounce clear labelled plastic package. The lot codes to look out for are:: I31C, J01C, J02C, J06C, J07C, J08C, J09C and J11C.

The company has said that there has been one complaint of illness that was reported to the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (MDARD).

Those that have purchased the recalled product have been urged to return them to the place of purchase for a full refund.