Recall Roundup: Coca Cola, Marks & Spencer, Heineken and undeclared allergens

Elevated chlorate levels

In the UK this week, Coca-Cola Europacific Partners is recalling a small number of soft drinks due to elevated levels of chlorate. While the risk is low when consumed occasionally, individuals sensitive to chlorate and those with mild to moderate iodine deficiency may be more affected.

Only production codes from 328 GE to 338 GE are included in the recall.

Recalled Products:

• Appletiser 100 percent Apple Juice Gently Sparkling – Pack size: 6 x 250ml multipack, Batch codes: 0008905850, 0008908477,  Best before: 30 Nov 2025, 31 Dec 2025
• Coca-Cola – Pack size: 330ml tall can, Batch code: 0008912462, Best before: 30 Nov 2025
• Diet Coke – Pack size: 330ml tall can, Batch code: 0008913820, Best before: 31 May 2025
• Coca-Cola Zero – Pack size: 330ml tall can, Batch code: 0008913954, Best before: 31 May 2025
• Sprite Zero – Pack size: 330ml tall can, Batch code: 0008913247, Best before: 30 June 2025

Consumers sensitive to chlorate, particularly young children and those with thyroid deficiency, blood conditions (such as anaemia), or kidney disease, may be at higher risk. Long-term exposure to chlorate can inhibit iodine uptake, potentially leading to adverse effects such as goitre. In severe cases, acute exposure may affect oxygen absorption and lead to kidney failure.

If you have purchased any of the affected products, do not consume them. Instead, contact Coca-Cola’s customer service team on 0800 227711 for assistance.

Salmonella contamination

Marks & Spencer is recalling Crispy Southern Fried Chicken Burgers and 2 Chicken Kyivs as Salmonella has been found in these products. This recall only affects items sold in Marks & Spencer stores in Northern Ireland.

Salmonella can cause serious infections in people with weakened immune systems and may lead to fever, diarrhoea, nausea, vomiting, and abdominal pain in healthy individuals.

Recalled Products:

• Marks & Spencer Southern Fried Chicken Burgers – Pack size: 282g, Use by: 26 Jan 2025, 30 Jan 2025, 31 Jan 2025, 1 Feb 2025
• Marks & Spencer 2 Chicken Kyivs – Pack size: 320g, Use by: 26 Jan 2025

If you have purchased any of the affected products, do not eat them. Instead, return them to your nearest store for a full refund.

Glass fragment risk

Heineken UK is recalling Newcastle Brown Ale 550ml due to reports of glass fragments being present upon opening. This poses a risk of injury.

Recalled Product:

• Newcastle Brown Ale – Pack size: 550ml bottle, Batch codes: L4321, L4322, L4323, L4324, L4325, L4326, Best before: 30 Nov 2025

If you have purchased this product, do not drink it. Instead, return it to the store where it was bought for a full refund.

Undeclared soy

In the US this week, TS Food Packaging is recalling its Rural King and Wabash Valley Farms Bacon Seasoning due to the presence of an undeclared soy ingredient. This poses a risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reactions for those with a soy allergy.

Recalled Products:

• Rural King & Wabash Valley Farms Bacon Seasoning – Pack size: 4.2oz plastic jar, Lot numbers: 17324S, 27824S, 30324S
• Rural King & Wabash Valley Farms Bacon Seasoning (Sample Gift Packets) – Pack size: 1oz, Lot numbers: 16524SP, 16624SP, 23424SP, 26324SP, 26424SP, 26724SP, 20624S, 20724S

No illnesses have been reported in connection with this issue.

If you have purchased any of the affected products, do not consume them. Instead, return them to the place of purchase for a full refund.

Undeclared milk

Wismettac Asian Foods Inc is expanding its 17 January 2025 recall of Shirakiku Curvee Puffs Corn Puff Snack Curry Flavor to include two additional flavours: Sea Salt & Umami and Corn Potage. These products contain undeclared milk, posing a risk of serious allergic reactions for those with a milk allergy or sensitivity.

Recalled Products:

• Shirakiku Curvee Puffs Corn Puff Snack Curry Flavor – Pack size: 2.46 oz, UPC: 074410785123, All lot codes affected
• Shirakiku Curvee Puffs Sea Salt & Umami Flavor – Pack size: 2.46 oz, UPC: 074410651558, All lot codes affected
• Shirakiku Curvee Puffs Corn Potage Flavor – Pack size: 2.46 oz, UPC: 074410651565, All lot codes affected

No illnesses have been reported. The last distribution of these products was on 10 January 2025.

If you have purchased any of the affected products, do not consume them. Instead, return them to the place of purchase for a full refund.

Undeclared sesame

La Fiesta Food Products, LLC, La Mirada, CA, is recalling 8oz packages of La Fiesta brand Unseasoned Bread Crumbs (Pan Rayado) and Seasoned Bread Crumbs (Pan Rayado Sazonado) due to the presence of sesame, which is not declared as an allergen on the labels. Additionally, the allergen declaration is not included in Spanish.

Consumers with an allergy or severe sensitivity to sesame may experience serious or life-threatening allergic reactions if they consume these products. No illnesses have been reported to date.

Recalled Products:

• La Fiesta brand Unseasoned Bread Crumbs (Pan Rayado) – Pack size: 8oz, UPC: 032327000886, Lot codes: 26032, 26073, 26082, 26092, 26094, 26400, Sold nationwide from 10 April 2024 to 22 January 2025
• La Fiesta brand Seasoned Bread Crumbs (Pan Rayado Sazonado) – Pack size: 8oz, UPC: 032327000887, Lot codes: 26094, 26123, Sold nationwide from 29 August 2024 to 22 January 2025

If you have purchased any of the affected products, return them to the place of purchase for a full refund.