Costco has issued an urgent nationwide recall for its popular Kirkland Signature Korean Style Pork Jerky after discovering potentially dangerous undeclared allergens in the product.
The wholesale giant confirmed that the jerky contains sesame seeds and soy, both known allergens, which were not declared on the product packaging. This poses a significant health risk to customers with allergies to these ingredients.
What Products Are Affected?
The recall specifically affects Kirkland Signature Korean Style Pork Jerky with the following details:
- Product: Kirkland Signature Korean Style Pork Jerky
- Pack size: 454g
- Best before date: 22 September 2025
Immediate Action Required
Customers who have purchased this product are being urged not to consume it if they have allergies to sesame or soy. Costco has instructed consumers to return the product to their nearest warehouse for a full refund.
The Food Standards Agency (FSA) has issued a formal allergy alert and is working with Costco to ensure all affected products are removed from circulation.
Why This Recall Matters
Food allergy incidents can have severe consequences, including anaphylaxis, which can be life-threatening. Proper allergen labelling is a legal requirement in the UK, making this recall particularly serious.
Costco has apologised for any inconvenience caused and stated they are investigating how the labelling error occurred to prevent similar incidents in the future.
