This week's product recall warnings include Halloween decorations sold at Primark, a Pot Noodle flavour, and a gin liqueur. The Food Standards Agency (FSA), Chartered Trading Standards Institute, and the Office for Product Safety and Standards (OPSS) publicise recalled products for reasons such as undisclosed allergens or defects. When a recall occurs, shoppers are advised to check their purchases and follow the steps provided, which may include returning the item for a free replacement, repair, or refund.
Primark Halloween Gonk Decorations recalled over asbestos
Primark has urgently recalled its Halloween Gonk Decorations due to potential asbestos contamination. The products, one featuring a pumpkin hat and the other a witch hat, pose a health risk because the sand sealed inside the gonks may be contaminated with a small quantity of asbestos, which is a serious health hazard even at low levels of exposure.
The affected items are the Primark Halloween Gonk Decorations (Pumpkin Hat & Witch Hat), model numbers 991174794 and 991179148, with barcodes 212047125 and 212080261. The action taken is a product recall from end users. Owners are advised to stop using the product immediately, store it securely in heavy-duty plastic bags out of reach of children, or use wet cloths with protective gear (mask and gloves) if damaged to avoid generating dust. They can return the item to any Primark store for a full refund without a receipt, or contact the local authority for safe asbestos disposal.
Pot Noodle and gin liqueur recalled over undeclared allergens
Unilever is recalling Pot Noodle Piri Piri Chicken Flavour because it contains milk, which is not declared on the label. The product presents a health risk for anyone with an allergy or intolerance to milk or milk constituents. The affected product is a 90g pack with batch code L6232PB796 and a best before date of May 2027. Customers with a milk allergy or intolerance are advised not to eat it and to return it to the store where purchased for a full refund, or contact the Unilever Consumer Care Line at ukicare@unilever.com or on 0800 146 252.
Dunnet Bay Distillers is recalling Rock Rose Gin Summer Cup Liqueur because it contains sulphites, which are not mentioned on the label. The product presents a possible health risk for anyone with a sensitivity to sulphur dioxide and sulphites. The affected product is a 500ml bottle with batch codes 2025 and 2026. Customers with a sensitivity to sulphur dioxide and sulphites are advised not to drink it and to return the bottle to the point of purchase, or contact info@rockrosegin.co.uk for a full refund.
