ASDA recalls ASDA Frozen Smooth Mashed Potato because of undeclared gluten
- Affected
- ASDA Frozen Smooth Mashed Potato
- The problem
- Wheat (gluten)
- Allergen
- Gluten, Wheat – not shown correctly on the label. Only a risk if you're allergic or intolerant to them.
- What to do
- If you have bought the above product and have an allergy or intolerance to wheat or gluten, do not eat it. Instead, return it to the store from where it was bought for a full refund.
Products affected
ASDA Frozen Smooth Mashed Potato
- Pack size: 900g
- Lot 18151 · Best before 31 May 2019
Risk
Wheat (gluten)
This product contains wheat (gluten) making it a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy or intolerance to wheat or gluten.
Action taken by the company
ASDA is recalling the above product from customers and has been advised to contact the relevant allergy support organisations, which 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. Please see the attached notice.
What you should do
If you have bought the above product and have an allergy or intolerance to wheat or gluten, do not eat it. Instead, return it to the store from where it was bought for a full refund.
More information
ASDA is recalling ASDA Frozen Smooth Mashed Potato because a small number of packs may incorrectly contain potato croquettes instead of mashed potato. Potato croquettes contain wheat (gluten), which is not mentioned on the label. This means the product is a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy or intolerance to wheat or gluten.
Can I get a refund?
In most cases, yes – recalled items can usually be returned for a full refund, repair or replacement, often without a receipt. Follow the instructions in the notice above, or contact the shop you bought it from. More on your rights after a recall.
Updated 22 October 2018. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.