Tesco has issued an urgent recall for its Special Fried Rice due to the presence of undeclared wheat (gluten), posing a possible health risk for individuals with allergies or intolerances. The product was withdrawn from shelves after the allergen was not listed on the packaging.
The Food Standards Agency (FSA) announced the recall, advising customers who have purchased the item to check their cupboards. The undeclared wheat makes the product unsafe for anyone with coeliac disease or a wheat or gluten allergy.
Customers are urged not to eat the rice and instead return it to any Tesco store for a full refund. Tesco has also contacted relevant allergy support organisations to inform their members about the recall.
The recall is part of standard procedure when a food product presents a risk due to missing or incorrect allergy labelling. The FSA issues Allergy Alerts in such cases to warn consumers.
