The Food Standards Agency (FSA) and the Office for Product Safety and Standards (OPSS) have issued several urgent product recalls this week, warning customers of potential health risks. Items include a popular dessert, meat, and children's toys, with concerns ranging from Listeria contamination to chemical hazards.
TK Maxx and Homesense have recalled a Disney Frozen-themed bath bomb set due to a serious chemical risk. The set, sold from March to June 2024, contains an Elsa shower puff with high levels of phthalates, which may harm children's reproductive health. The OPSS advises consumers to stop using the product immediately and keep it away from children. Affected items have barcode 3666085950462 and receipt code 768373. Customers can contact TJX Europe at 01923 473561 or customerservice@tjxeurope.com.
Children's toys including the HGL Stretchy Sand Monster Truck, Scrunchems Stretchies Sleepy Dino Toy, and HGL Stretchy Sand Pig have been recalled due to asbestos fears. Distributed by One For Fun Limited, customers are urged to stop using them immediately and dispose of them in double-bagged household waste or return them to a specified store.
The Curing Barn has recalled its British Bresaola (60g, use-by June 10, 2026) due to Listeria monocytogenes. Symptoms include flu-like illness, but severe cases can lead to meningitis. Customers should return the product for a full refund.
Tesco has recalled its Finest Summer Edition Chocolate Affogato Dessert (538g, best before up to April 2027) due to possible plastic pieces. Customers are advised to return it to any Tesco store for a refund.
