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Recall Roundup: Frito-Lay, Coca Cola and undeclared sulphur dioxide

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In the latest instalment of Recall Roundup (21-27 March 2025), New Food highlights recent food and beverage recalls in the UK and US.

Recall Roundup: Frito-Lay, Tesco and undeclared sulphur dioxide

UK recalls

Undeclared peanuts

In the UK this week, Safa Food 1 Limited is recalling Dolma Spices because they contain peanuts which are not mentioned on the label, posing a health risk for individuals with a peanut allergy.​

Recalled product:

  • Dolma Spices
    • Pack size: 100g​
    • Batch code: 210624​
    • Best before: June 2026​

Consumers with a peanut allergy who have purchased this product should not consume it and are advised to return it to the place of purchase for a full refund.​

Undeclared sulphur dioxide

Hogan’s Turkey is recalling its Farm Turkey Burgers because they contain sulphur dioxide, which is not declared on the label, posing a health risk for individuals with a sensitivity to sulphur dioxide or sulphites. This product is sold in Dunnes stores in Northern Ireland only.​

Recalled product:

  • Hogan’s Farm Turkey Burgers
    • Pack size: 400g​
    • Use by: 25 March 2025, 26 March 2025, and 28 March 2025​

Consumers with a sensitivity to sulphur dioxide or sulphites who have purchased this product should not consume it and are advised to return it to the place of purchase for a full refund.​

Undeclared peanuts

Damasgate Wholesale is recalling Sofra Garlic Powder due to the presence of undeclared peanuts, posing a health risk for individuals with a peanut allergy.​

Recalled product:

  • Sofra Garlic Powder
    • Pack size: 100g​
    • Lot number: All lot numbers​
    • Best before: All best before end dates​

Consumers with a peanut allergy who have purchased this product should not consume it and are advised to return it to the place of purchase for a full refund.​

Undeclared soya

Tesco is recalling various Tesco Free From Meal Kits because they contain undeclared soya, posing a health risk for individuals with a soya allergy.​

Recalled products:

  • Tesco Free From Katsu Curry Meal Kit
    • Pack size: 250g​
    • Best before: All dates up to and including 12 December 2025​
  • Tesco Free From Sweet & Sour Meal Kit
    • Pack size: 250g​
    • Best before: All dates up to and including 19 May 2025​

Consumers with a soya allergy who have purchased these products should not consume them and are advised to return them to the place of purchase for a full refund.​

 

US recalls

Undeclared milk

In the US this week, Frito-Lay has issued a recall of a limited number of 13 oz. bags of Tostitos Cantina Traditional Yellow Corn Tortilla Chips that may include nacho cheese tortilla chips, potentially containing undeclared milk. This poses a risk for individuals with a milk allergy or severe sensitivity.

No allergic reactions related to this matter have been reported to date. No other Tostitos products, flavours, sizes, or variety packs are recalled.​

Recalled product:

  • Tostitos Cantina Traditional Yellow Corn Tortilla Chips
    • UPC: 28400 52848​
    • Guaranteed Fresh date: 20 MAY 2025​
    • Manufacturing codes: 471106504 18 13:XX, 471106505 85 13:XX, 471106506 85 13:XX, or 471106507 85 13:XX (where “XX” is any number from 30 up to 55)​

Consumers with a milk allergy or severe sensitivity who have purchased this product should not consume it and are advised to discard it immediately.​

Plastic contamination

Coca-Cola has issued a recall for over 10,000 cans of its Original Coca-Cola beverage due to the presence of plastic contaminants. The recall, initially announced by a manufacturing partner on 6 March, has now been classified as a Class II recall by the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA), indicating a potential health risk.

Recalled product:

  • Original Coca-Cola (12-pack cans)
    • Pack size: 12-ounce cans (864 cases)
    • Manufacturer: Reyes Coca-Cola Bottling, LLC
    • Illinois and Wisconsin

While the contamination is not expected to cause severe illness, the FDA warns that affected cans could lead to temporary or medically reversible health consequences.

Consumers concerned about Coca-Cola recalls can visit the brand’s website or contact customer service for further information.

Undeclared milk

Cromer Food Services, Inc. is recalling all lots of its CFS Cromer Food Service brand Chicken Salad on White Sandwich because it contains undeclared milk, posing a risk for individuals with a milk allergy or severe sensitivity. No illnesses have been reported to date.​

Recalled product:

  • CFS Cromer Food Service Chicken Salad on White Sandwich
    • UPC: 31166, 13172​
    • Use by date: From 01/03/2025 to 04/01/2025​

Consumers with a milk allergy or severe sensitivity who have purchased this product should not consume it and are urged to return it to the place of purchase for a full refund or discard the product.​

Consumers who have purchased any of the above products and have an allergy or sensitivity to the respective undeclared allergens should not consume them and are advised to return them to the place of purchase for a full refund.

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