Top News

Several "do not eat" warnings have been issued by UK supermarkets and the Food Standards Agency (FSA) as several products sold at , Iceland and other

A series of product recalls have been issued in the last few months for various reasons, ranging from metal fragments discovered in a popular supermarket snack to concerns that a breakfast item may contain insects.

Below is a list of recalled products you need to know about.

Lidl's Harvest Basket Hash Browns

Lidl has issued a recall for one of its products due to the potential presence of metal fragments, . The Food Standards Agency (FSA) has advised consumers not to eat the affected item. The recall concerns Lidl's Harvest Basket Hash Browns, which are sold in 750g packs with a best-before date of May 24, 2027, and batch code 5144L.

A Lidl spokesman added: "If you have bought the above product we advise you not to eat it. Customers are asked to return this product to the nearest store where a full refund will be given. We apologise for any inconvenience caused and thank you for your cooperation."

Chocolate recall

Consumers are being cautioned over certain Dubai-style chocolate products that may not comply with Food Standards Agency (FSA) regulations. According to the food safety watchdog, some imported items could pose a risk to those with allergies, .

The FSA warns that these chocolates-potentially not intended for sale in the UK-might lack complete ingredient lists or proper allergen labelling. Several products have already been flagged as a health risk for allergy sufferers.

It said that "most" Dubai-style chocolate available in UK shops was safe.

The FSA said: "If in doubt, don't buy it and report any concerns to your local authority."

Jolly Rancher recall

Several Jolly Rancher sweets sold in the UK have been recalled after being deemed "unsafe to eat" and failing to meet UK regulatory standards, according to the Food Standards Agency (FSA).

The recall affects four products: Jolly Rancher Hard Candy, 'Misfits' Gummies, Hard Candy Fruity 2 in 1, and Berry Gummies. The FSA has urged consumers not to consume these items under any circumstances.

The recall applies to all pack sizes, batch codes, and best-before dates of the listed products. The sweets were found to contain Mineral Oil Aromatic Hydrocarbons (MOAH) and Mineral Oil Saturated Hydrocarbons (MOSH), substances that render them unsuitable for consumption.

The FSA said: "For consumers, don't buy them, and if you've eaten these products, there should be no immediate cause for concern, as food safety risk is low, but don't eat any more. These products contain mineral oil, which isn't allowed in food in the UK and may pose a food safety risk if consumed regularly over a sustained period of time."

An FSA spokesman said: "Although the levels consumers are exposed to are likely to be low, they may present a risk to health because they contain Mineral Oil Aromatic Hydrocarbons, (MOAH), and Mineral Oil Saturated Hydrocarbons, (MOSH).

"Consumption of the affected sweets is of toxicological concern, especially in younger age groups and where consumers eat a lot of the products or eat them regularly. MOAH can cause damage to DNA and has the potential to increase the risk of cancer, particularly if consumed in high quantities over a prolonged period of time. MOAH is a genotoxic carcinogen, therefore no exposure is without risk to human health.

"We are asking enforcement authorities to make immediate contact with businesses who may have been supplied with or received the affected products, and to take action to ensure that the non-compliant and potentially unsafe products are withdrawn from the market and where sold at retail, recalled.

"We are also asking the Local Authorities to inform the FSA of product recall and withdrawal actions. If you have bought any of the above products, do not eat them. Instead, dispose of them at home. If you are concerned, notify your Trading Standards department or environmental health department in the local authority you purchased it."

Lasagne recall

A recall has been issued for Giovanni Rana's La Famiglia Rana Slow-Cooked Braised Beef Lasagne after the Food Standards Agency (FSA) flagged it as a potential health risk. Due to a packaging error, some packs may actually contain the Prawn & Lobster Lasagne, but the presence of crustaceans is not declared on the label-posing a serious concern for those with shellfish allergies.

The recall affects products with batch code L0B510816 and a use-by date of June 17. Consumers are advised not to eat the product and to return it for a refund.

An FSA spokesman said: "Giovanni Rana (UK) Ltd is recalling the above product from customers and has been told to contact the relevant allergy support organisations, which will tell their members about the recall. The company has also issued a point-of-sale notice to its customers. These notices explain to customers why the product is being recalled and tell them what to do if they have bought the product. If you have bought the above product and have an allergy to crustaceans, do not eat it. Instead return it to the store from where it was bought for a full refund (even without a receipt). For further information please contact the company on [email protected]."

Tony's recall

Certain popular chocolate bars sold in UK supermarkets have been recalled amid concerns they may contain "small stones." Tony's Chocolonely has withdrawn specific batches of two products due to the potential presence of foreign objects. The affected items are the Dark Almond Sea Salt Bar (180g) and the Everything Bar (180g).

These are the Dark Almond Sea Salt Bar codes and best before dates affected:

162633 with a best before date of February 28, 2026

162614 with a best before date of February 28, 2026

163061 with a best before date of April 2, 2026

These are the Everything Bar codes and best before dates affected:

4331 with a best before date of November 26, 2025

4332 with a best before date of November 27, 2025

4333 with a best before date of November 28, 2025

A spokesman for Tony's Chocolonely UK said: "We are extremely sorry to have to issue this recall, and for the inconvenience that this will cause people who purchased these products. Whilst the probability of a product being affected is low, we always put the safety and satisfaction of our consumers first and that is why we have made the decision to recall these products.

"We apologise to consumers and our partners for the impact this will have.This recall only affects these specific products and lot codes. All other Tony's Chocolonely products remain safe to consume and are not impacted. Do you have a bar with the impacted lot number(s)? Please don't eat the chocolate. Instead, we kindly ask you that you return the product to the store where you bought it for a refund or replacement."

Tesco recall

Tesco has recalled one of its Free From Meal Kits. The product contains undeclared soya, posing a danger to individuals with a soya allergy. The recall applies to all Tesco Free From Katsu Curry Meal Kits with best before dates up to and including December 12.

A spokesman for the Food Standards Agency (FSA) said: "Tesco is recalling the above products from customers and has been advised to contact the relevant allergy support organisations, which will tell their members about the recall.

"The company has also issued a recall notice to its customers. These notices explain to customers why the product is being recalled and tell them what to do if they have bought the product.

"If you have bought the above products do not eat them. Instead, return them to any Tesco store for a full refund. For more information contact Tesco Customer Services on 0800 505 555."

Iceland Recall

Iceland has issued a "do not eat" alert for one of its products amid concerns it may contain plastic fragments. The supermarket is recalling its Vegetable Lasagne due to the potential contamination, which poses a safety risk to consumers. The affected items carry best before dates of July 23, 2026 and July 30, 2026.

The Food Standards Agency (FSA) has also urged anyone who purchased the product to avoid consuming it. They said: "Iceland Foods Ltd is recalling the above product. The company has issued a recall notice to its customers.

"These notices explain to customers why the product is being recalled and tell them what to do if they have bought the product.

"If you have bought the above product do not eat it. Instead, return it to the store from where it was bought for a full refund. For more information, please call 0800 328 0800."

An Iceland spokesman added: "We are taking the precautionary measure of recalling the dates codes of the above product because it may contain hard pieces of plastic making it unsafe to eat. Only the best before date codes listed in this notice are affected.

"If you have purchased any of the above product, DO NOT eat it."

Granola

A widely sold breakfast item has been recalled over concerns it may contain insects. The Food Standards Agency (FSA) has advised consumers not to eat the product and to return it to the point of purchase for a full refund.Rude Health Foods Ltd is withdrawing its Rude Health Chocolate Crunch Granola due to potential contamination. The recall affects 400g packs with a best before date of October 24.

A spokesman said: "The product listed above might contain insects, which may make them unsafe to eat. Rude Health Foods Ltd is recalling the above product. Point of sale notices will be displayed in all retail stores that are selling this product.
"These notices explain to customers why the product is being recalled and tell them what to do if they have bought the product.
"If you have bought the above product do not eat it. Instead, return it to your local store for a refund. For further information, please contact Rude Health Foods Ltd at ."

---