Darwin’s Dairy recalls milk and cream products because of a potential breakdown in pasteurisation procedures
- Affected
- Darwin’s Dairy Double Cream; Darwin’s Dairy Whipping Cream; Darwin’s Dairy Semi-Skimmed Milk; Darwin’s Dairy Skimmed Milk; Darwin’s Dairy Whole Milk; NP and DJ Darwin Ltd Double Cream
- The problem
- The possible presence of harmful bacteria such as E. coli in the products listed above.
- What to do
- If you have bought any of the above products, do not eat or drink them. Instead, dispose of the product.
Products affected
Darwin’s Dairy Double Cream
- Pack size: All
- Use by All dates up to and including 29 November 2019
Darwin’s Dairy Whipping Cream
- Pack size: All
- Use by All dates up to and including 29 November 2019
Darwin’s Dairy Semi-Skimmed Milk
- Pack size: All
- Use by All dates up to and including 29 November 2019
Darwin’s Dairy Skimmed Milk
- Pack size: All
- Use by All dates up to and including 29 November 2019
Darwin’s Dairy Whole Milk
- Pack size: All
- Use by All dates up to and including 29 November 2019
NP and DJ Darwin Ltd Double Cream
- Pack size: All
- Use by All dates up to and including 29 November 2019
NP and DJ Darwin Ltd Whipping Cream
- Pack size: All
- Use by All dates up to and including 29 November 2019
NP and DJ Darwin Ltd Semi Skimmed Milk
- Pack size: All
- Use by All dates up to and including 29 November 2019
NP and DJ Darwin Ltd Skimmed Milk
- Pack size: All
- Use by All dates up to and including 29 November 2019
NP and DJ Darwin Ltd Whole Milk
- Pack size: All
- Use by All dates up to and including 29 November 2019
Risk
The possible presence of harmful bacteria such as E. coli in the products listed above.
Symptoms caused by E. coli include diarrhoea, abdominal pain, bloody diarrhoea, and haemolytic uremic syndrome, a serious condition that can lead to kidney failure and can be fatal. Other harmful bacteria may be present that may cause other symptoms. If you have consumed these products and feel unwell, you are advised to seek medical advice.
Action taken by the company
Darwin’s Dairy is recalling the above products. Point-of-sale notices will be displayed in all retail stores that are selling these products. These notices explain to customers why the products are being recalled and tell them what to do if they have bought the products. Darwin’s Dairy have contacted delivery customers to advise them of the product recall.
What you should do
If you have bought any of the above products, do not eat or drink them. Instead, dispose of the product.
More information
Darwin’s Dairy is recalling all of its milk and cream product range because the products may not have been effectively pasteurised. This means the products may contain harmful bacteria such as E. coli. Products are sold in glass bottles, plastic bottles and cartons in a range of sizes.
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 27 November 2019. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.