Recall Roundup: Insect, wood, plastic and glass contamination warnings
In the latest instalment of Recall Roundup (14-20 March 2025), New Food highlights recent food and beverage recalls in the UK and US.
Presence of glass
In the UK this week, Kelly Loves is recalling its Sushi Ginger because it may contain pieces of glass, making it unsafe to eat. The affected product was sold in ASDA and Waitrose.
Recalled product:
- Kelly Loves Sushi Ginger
- Pack size: 150ml
- Batch code: UK12019
- Best before: 09 February 2026
Consumers who have purchased this product are advised not to consume it and to return it to any Sushi Daily kiosk for a refund.
Undeclared peanuts
Damasgate Wholesale is recalling Sofra Garlic Powder due to the presence of undeclared peanuts, posing a health risk for individuals with peanut allergies.
Recalled product:
For the full list of affected lot numbers and best before dates, visit the FSA’s recall alert notice page.
Consumers with peanut allergies who have purchased this product should not consume it and should return it to the place of purchase for a full refund.
Incorrect best before date
Waitrose & Partners is recalling Essential Waitrose & Partners Seafood Sticks due to an incorrect best before date, rendering the product unsafe to eat after the correct best before date of 05 October 2024
Recalled product:
- Essential Waitrose & Partners Seafood Sticks
- Pack size: 250g
- Best before: 05 October
Consumers who have purchased this product are advised not to consume it and to return it to the store of purchase for a full refund.
Plastic contamination
Iceland Foods Ltd is recalling Iceland Vegetable Lasagne because it may contain pieces of plastic, making it unsafe to eat.
Recalled product:
- Iceland Vegetable Lasagne
- Pack size: 400g
- Best before: 23 July 2026 and 30 July 2026
Consumers who have purchased this product are advised not to consume it and to return it to the store of purchase for a full refund.
Undeclared sesame
Goodies Food Mediterranean is recalling three Al Burj Halva products due to the presence of undeclared sesame, posing a health risk for individuals with sesame allergies.
Recalled products:
- AL Burj Halva Plain
- Al Burj Halva Pistachio
- Al Burj Halva Extra Pistachio
For the full list of affected lot numbers and best before dates, visit the FSA’s recall alert notice page.
Consumers with sesame allergies who have purchased these products should not consume them and should return them to the place of purchase for a full refund.
Insect contamination
Rude Health Foods Ltd is recalling Rude Health Chocolate Crunch Granola because the product might contain insects.
Recalled product:
- Rude Health Chocolate Crunch Granola
- Pack size: 400g
- Batch code: PD24102024
- Best before: 24 October 2025
Consumers who have purchased this product are advised not to consume it and to return it to their local store for a refund.
Undeclared eggs
In the US this week, HAR Maspeth Corp is recalling its 8oz and 12oz packages of Jinga Glass Noodles W/ Vegetables (Japche) because they contain undeclared eggs, posing a risk for individuals with egg allergies.
Recalled product:
- Jinga Glass Noodles W/ Vegetables (Japche)
- UPC codes: 265405006495, 267405004495, 266405008496, 268405005499
- Best-by date: 13-18 March 2025
No illnesses or allergic reactions have been reported to date. Consumers who have purchased these products are urged to return them to the place of purchase for a full refund.
Undeclared egg and meat ingredients
C.H. Guenther & Son LLC is recalling its 365 Whole Foods Market Small Bites Macaroni & Cheese because it may contain undeclared eggs and meat ingredients.
Recalled product:
- 365 Whole Foods Market Small Bites Macaroni & Cheese
- UPC code: 99482499709
- Best-by date: 11/29/25
No illnesses have been reported to date. Customers who have purchased this product are urged to destroy any remaining product and can bring a valid receipt into the store for a full refund.
Potential Clostridium botulinum contamination
SeaBear Company is recalling two variations of seafood chowder (Smoked Salmon Chowder & Alehouse Clam Chowder) due to potential contamination with Clostridium botulinum, a bacterium that can cause life-threatening illness or death.
Symptoms of botulism include weakness, dizziness, double vision, difficulty speaking, swallowing, breathing and constipation. Anyone experiencing these symptoms should seek immediate medical attention.
Recalled products:
- SeaBear Smoked Salmon Chowder
- SeaBear Alehouse Clam Chowder
For the full list of affected lot numbers and best before dates, visit the FDA’s recall alert notice page.
SeaBear initiated a voluntary recall after identifying a pouch seal issue.
Consumers who have purchased these products are urged not to consume them and should contact SeaBear’s customer service team at 1-800-645-3474 or smokehouse@seabear.com for a full refund.
Potential wood contamination
Nestlé USA is initiating a voluntary recall of a limited quantity of Lean Cuisine® and STOUFFER’S® frozen meals due to the potential presence of wood-like material.
This recall is isolated to a limited quantity of batches of the following items produced between August 2024 and March 2025:
Recalled products:
- Lean Cuisine® Butternut Squash Ravioli
- Lean Cuisine® Spinach Artichoke Ravioli
- Lean Cuisine® Lemon Garlic Shrimp Stir Fry
- STOUFFER’S® Party Size Chicken Lasagna
For the full list of affected batch numbers and best before dates, visit the FDA’s recall alert notice page.
Consumers who have purchased these products should not prepare or consume them and should return them to the retailer where they were purchased for a replacement or a full refund.
Undeclared pecans
Dessert Holdings LLC is recalling Target brand Favorite Day™ Gourmet New York Style Cheesecake 6oz/2ct due to product mislabelling resulting in undeclared pecans, posing a risk for individuals with pecan allergies.
Recalled product:
- Favorite Day™ Gourmet New York Style Cheesecake 6oz/2ct
- Lot code: 25028A1, 000039133
- UPC: 0 85239 09690 1
Consumers who have purchased this product should not consume it and should contact Target Guest Relations at (800) 444-0680 for a full refund.
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