Farmfoods Recalls Ritz Snack Product Over Allergen Labelling Error
Supermarket chain Farmfoods has initiated a product recall for a popular snack item following the discovery that allergens were not adequately emphasised on its packaging. The alert was officially issued on Thursday, February 12, 2026, with consumers strongly advised against consuming the product if they have purchased it.
Details of the Recall and Affected Product
The Food Standards Agency confirmed that the recall specifically applies to England and Wales, though all shoppers are urged to remain vigilant. The affected product is the Ritz Cheese Sandwich, which contains milk, soya, and wheat (gluten). However, these allergens were not properly highlighted on the label, creating a potential health hazard.
The recall exclusively targets products manufactured in Indonesia and does not impact Ritz items produced in other countries. The specific product involved is the Ritz Cheese Sandwich with a pack size of 91g, and all batch codes are included in this recall.
Health Risks and Safety Warnings
The FSA's risk statement emphasised: The product contains milk, soya and wheat (gluten), making it a health risk to those with an allergy or intolerance to milk, an allergy to soya or an allergy or intolerance to wheat or gluten, or with coeliac disease. Farmfoods echoed this concern in its statement, noting that the label fails to adequately emphasise wheat, cheese, whey, and soy as allergens.
This oversight poses a significant risk to individuals with allergies, intolerances, or sensitivities to these ingredients. Customers who have bought the Ritz Cheese Sandwich 91g are advised not to consume it if they fall into these categories.
Actions for Consumers and Retail Response
Farmfoods has instructed customers to return the affected product to the store where it was purchased for a full refund, with no receipt required. The supermarket will display point-of-sale notices in all retail outlets selling this product and on their website to inform consumers about the recall and provide guidance.
In a statement, Farmfoods expressed: We take consumer safety very seriously and sincerely apologise to our loyal customers for this situation and any inconvenience it may have caused. They assured that no other Ritz products are affected by this recall.
For any queries or concerns, customers are encouraged to contact Farmfoods customer services at 01217007160. This recall highlights the importance of accurate allergen labelling in ensuring public health and safety.
