Disaronno Originale recalled in England and Scotland over glass contamination risk

Consumers are encouraged to check batch codes on Disaronno Originale bottles following a recall over possible glass fragments. Credit: Shutterstock.

Illva Saronno S.p.A has announced a recall of selected 700ml bottles of its Disaronno Originale liqueur after the potential presence of glass fragments was identified in a number of batches sold in England and Scotland.

The Food Standards Agency (FSA) has confirmed that the affected bottles may contain micro-fragments of glass, making the product unsafe to drink. The recall covers the following batch codes: 25374, 25375, 25381, 25382, 25435, 25442 and 25444.

According to the company, the issue stems from an “anomaly on a bottling line”, which may have introduced small shards of glass into some units. Illva Saronno S.p.A said consumer safety “is our priority” and apologised for any inconvenience caused.

Retailers have been instructed to display point-of-sale notices explaining the recall and advising customers on how to obtain a refund or replacement.

The FSA has urged anyone who has purchased a bottle from one of the affected batches not to consume it. Consumers should return the product to the store where it was bought. Further information is available by contacting the company directly at [email protected].

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