The Health Store recalls one batch of its own-brand Whole, Dried Apricots due to incorrect allergen information
Wednesday 31 December 2008
Allergen: sulphites
The product: The Health Store, Whole, Dried Apricots 500g
Ref: BG/2008
Product identification
Product: Whole, Dried Apricots 500g
Brand: The Health Store
Best before: 13/06/2009
Batch code: 40 259
Risk
This batch of the above product contains sulphites, used as a preservative in the apricots, which are not declared on the label. This makes these products a potential health risk for people who are sensitive to sulphites.
Action taken by the company
The Health Store has recalled the affected product and contacted the relevant allergy support organisations, who will inform their at-risk members of the recall. Notices are being displayed in store to alert consumers to the reasons for the recall, and the actions they can take if they have purchased the product.
No other products from The Health Store are known to be affected.
Advice to customers
Customers who are sensitive to sulphites are advised not to consume these products.