Diamond Food Sales recalls frozen Indian mackerel due to presence of Histamine
- Affected
- FROZEN INDIAN MACKEREL WHOLE ROUND; FROZEN MACKEREL HEADLESS 2 FOR 5.50; INDIAN MACKEREL WHOLE 2 FOR £5
- The problem
- High levels of Histamine can cause Scombrotoxin poisoning with symptoms resembling an allergic reaction, nausea, headache, vomiting, diarrhoea, itching, oral burning sensation, red rash, flushing of the face and hypotension.
- What to do
- If you have bought any of the above products do not eat them. Instead, return them to the store from where they were bought for a full refund.
Products affected
FROZEN INDIAN MACKEREL WHOLE ROUND
- Pack size: Net Weight 630g Gross Weight 700 g
- Batch code 7224208000553 (Barcode) · Best before FEBRUARY 2020
FROZEN MACKEREL HEADLESS 2 FOR 5.50
- Pack size: Net Weight 630g Gross Weight 700g
- Batch code 7224209187499 (Barcode) · Best before 10 AUG 2019
INDIAN MACKEREL WHOLE 2 FOR £5
- Pack size: Net Weight 630g Gross Weight 700g
- Batch code 7224209000927 (Barcode) · Best before 10 DEC 2019
Risk
High levels of Histamine can cause Scombrotoxin poisoning with symptoms resembling an allergic reaction, nausea, headache, vomiting, diarrhoea, itching, oral burning sensation, red rash, flushing of the face and hypotension.
Action taken by the company
Diamond Food Sales Ltd is recalling the above products and have issued a recall notice. This notice explains to customers why the products are being recalled and tell them what to do if they have bought the products. Please see the attached notice.
What you should do
If you have bought any of the above products do not eat them. Instead, return them to the store from where they were bought for a full refund.
More information
Diamond Food Sales Ltd is recalling batches of frozen Indian mackerel due to the presence of Histamine.
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 24 August 2018. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.