Marks & Spencer plc withdraws its Wholegrain mustard and Dijon mustard due to incorrect allergen labelling information
Wednesday 14 May 2008
Allergen: Sulphites
Ref: AA/2008
Products
Marks & Spencer plc Wholegrain mustard (205g) and Dijon mustard (205g)
Risk
Some of the Dijon mustard product, which contains sulphites, has been packed as wholegrain mustard leading to sulphites being present which are not declared on the label. This makes these products a potential health risk for people who are sensitive to sulphites.
Product identification
Marks & Spencer plc Wholegrain Mustard 205g
Best before end: Jan 2009
Product code: 0447942
Marks & Spencer plc Dijon Mustard 205g
Best before end: Jan 2009
Product code: 0447904
Action taken by the company
Marks & Spencer plc has withdrawn the affected products from sale and has contacted the relevant allergy support organisations which will inform their at-risk members of the withdrawal.
No other Marks & Spencer plc products are known to be affected.
Advice to consumers
Customers who are sensitive to sulphites are advised not to consume these products.
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