Tesco has issued an urgent 'do not eat' warning to customers who purchased one of its popular Christmas products, sparking concerns just weeks before the festive season.
What Products Are Affected?
The supermarket giant is recalling its Finest All Butter Viennese Biscuits 200g with a use-by date of February 2025. The product has been pulled from shelves after the discovery of potential metal fragment contamination that could pose a serious health risk to consumers.
Official Safety Warning
In an official alert published by the Food Standards Agency (FSA), Tesco stated: "Tesco is recalling the above product from customers and has been advised to contact the relevant allergy support organisations, who will tell their members about the recall. The company has also issued a point-of-sale notice to its customers.
"These notices explain to customers why the product is being recalled and tell them what to do if they have bought the product."
What Should Customers Do?
If you have purchased this product, Tesco advises:
- Do not consume the biscuits under any circumstances
- Return them to your nearest Tesco store for a full refund
- No receipt is required - customers can return the product without proof of purchase
Product Identification Details
The specific product being recalled is:
- Product: Tesco Finest All Butter Viennese Biscuits
- Pack size: 200g
- Use-by date: February 2025
The FSA emphasised the importance of heeding this warning, noting that contaminated products "may contain small pieces of metal, making them unsafe to eat."
Customer Response Channels
Tesco has established dedicated customer service channels for concerned shoppers. Customers can contact Tesco Customer Services directly for additional information and guidance regarding the recall.
This recall comes at a crucial time for supermarkets as they prepare for the busy Christmas shopping period, highlighting the importance of rigorous food safety protocols in retail operations.
