Marks & Spencer has issued an urgent product recall for two of its popular chocolate honeycomb treats following the discovery of potentially undeclared nuts that could pose serious health risks to allergy sufferers.
The retail giant is recalling its 145g Milk Chocolate Honeycomb and 145g Dark Chocolate Honeycomb bars after routine testing revealed the possible presence of nuts not mentioned on product labels.
What Products Are Affected?
The recall affects specific batches of both chocolate varieties with the following details:
- Milk Chocolate Honeycomb (145g) with best before dates of 31 October 2025 and 01 November 2025
- Dark Chocolate Honeycomb (145g) with best before dates of 31 October 2025 and 01 November 2025
Serious Health Warning
This isn't just a routine recall - for individuals with nut allergies, consuming these products could trigger severe allergic reactions, including the life-threatening condition anaphylaxis. The Food Standards Agency (FSA) has classified this as a precautionary measure due to the potential presence of undeclared nuts.
What Should Customers Do?
M&S is urging customers who have purchased these specific products to take immediate action:
- Do not consume the products if you have a nut allergy
- Return the items to your nearest M&S store for a full refund
- No receipt is required - customers can return the products without proof of purchase
The company has also displayed point-of-sale notices in stores to alert customers about the recall, demonstrating their commitment to consumer safety.
Ongoing Investigation
While the exact cause of the contamination hasn't been disclosed, M&S has launched a full investigation into the production process. The retailer has emphasized that customer safety remains their top priority and they're working closely with suppliers to prevent future occurrences.
This incident serves as an important reminder for allergy sufferers to always check product labels, even when purchasing from trusted retailers like Marks & Spencer.
