Chocolate covered raisins withdrawal update
Monday 11 August 2008
R. M. Curtis Ltd has withdrawn a batch of its Snacking Essentials Milk Chocolate Covered Raisins (100g), because they may have been mixed with milk chocolate covered peanut. Peanuts are not mentioned on the label, which means the product is a possible health risk for individuals with an allergy to peanuts.
The Agency has issued an Allergy Alert, advising anyone who is allergic to peanuts not to eat this product.
Product details
- Product name: Snacking Essentials Milk Chocolate Covered Raisins
- Product size: 100g
- Best before: April 2009
R. M. Curtis has withdrawn the affected batch from sale. Notices are being displayed in all stores where the product is sold to tell consumers about the reason for the withdrawal, and the actions they can take if they have bought the product. In addition, the company has been in contact with the relevant allergy support organisations.
No other R. M. Curtis Ltd products are known to be affected.
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