Cadbury has issued an urgent recall for its popular Marvellous Creations Jelly Popping Candy chocolate bars after discovering they contain undeclared milk, which could pose a serious health risk to those with allergies or intolerances.
The affected products, sold in 85g bars, were distributed across major UK supermarkets. The recall notice highlights that the packaging fails to mention milk as an ingredient, potentially endangering consumers with dairy allergies.
What You Need to Know
The Food Standards Agency (FSA) has classified this as a 'possible health risk' for individuals allergic to milk or with milk intolerance. Symptoms could range from mild discomfort to severe allergic reactions.
Affected Product Details:
- Product: Cadbury Marvellous Creations Jelly Popping Candy Chocolate Bar
- Size: 85g
- Batch codes: All batches with best before dates up to and including 31 December 2024
What Should Consumers Do?
Customers who have purchased these chocolate bars are advised to:
- Check their purchases for the affected product
- Return the item to the place of purchase for a full refund
- Contact Cadbury Consumer Care for further information
The company has apologised for any inconvenience caused and stated they are working with retailers to remove the affected products from shelves immediately.
