Aldi urgently recalls popular €1.89 item as 'do not eat' warning issued
Aldi has urgently recalled a popular bag of sweets after finding it could pose a serious health risk for some customers.
Aldi has issued an urgent recall for a popular bag of sweets amid concerns it could pose a serious health risk to some consumers.
The Food Safety Authority of Ireland is advising certain people who purchased the item to stop eating it immediately and return it to an Aldi store for a full refund.
The recall affects all batches of Dairyfine Crispy Choc Um's, priced at €1.89, that may contain peanuts which is not listed on the label.
A 'do not eat' warning has been issued to people who are allergic or intolerant of peanuts.
The FSAI said: "Peanuts may be present in all batches of Dairyfine Crispy Choc Um's however they are not declared in the list of ingredients. This may make the product unsafe for consumers who are allergic to or intolerant of peanuts and therefore, these consumers should not eat the implicated product. The affected product is being recalled from Aldi stores."
Aldi has apologised for any inconvenience caused. A spokesperson said: "As a precautionary measure, our supplier is recalling Dairyfine Crispy Choc Um's because it may contain peanuts. Anyone who bought this product should return it to their nearest store for a full refund. We apologise for any inconvenience caused.
"We have removed this product from sale in all stores and are recalling all affected products. Do not consume the product if you have an allergy or intolerance and return the product to your nearest store for a full refund."
For those with peanut allergies or intolerances, even small amounts can trigger serious reactions, ranging from mild discomfort to potentially life-threatening symptoms.
In Ireland, peanut is one of the most common food allergies in childhood and it persists in 80% of cases. According to Mayo Clinic, when someone with a peanut allergy consumes peanuts, symptoms can happen quickly and may include:
- Skin reactions, such as hives, redness or swelling.
- Itching or tingling in or around the mouth and throat.
- Digestive problems, such as diarrhea, stomach cramps, nausea or vomiting.
- Tightening of the throat.
- Shortness of breath or wheezing.
- Runny nose
For those who experience anaphylaxis, a severe allergic reaction, symptoms may include:
- Constriction of airways.
- Swelling of the lips, tongue and throat that makes it hard to breathe.
- A severe drop in blood pressure, also known as shock.
- Rapid pulse.
- Dizziness, lightheadedness or loss of consciousness
Consumers who are allergic or sensitive to peanuts are being urged to check their homes for the affected product. They should not consume the Dairyfine Crispy Choc Um's and are advised to return it to their local Aldi for a full refund.
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