E H Booths recalls sandwiches due to incorrect allergen labelling
- Affected
- Booths BLT Sandwiches; Booths Chicken Salad Sandwiches; Booths Lancashire Cheese and Chutney Sandwiches
- The problem
- Rye and oats
- Allergen
- Gluten, Oats, Rye – not shown correctly on the label. Only a risk if you're allergic or intolerant to them.
- What to do
- If you have bought any of the above products and have an allergy to rye or oats, do not eat them. Instead return the product to the store from where it was bought for a full refund.
Products affected
Booths BLT Sandwiches
- Pack size: Single pack
- Use by All dates
Booths Chicken Salad Sandwiches
- Pack size: Single pack
- Use by All dates
Booths Lancashire Cheese and Chutney Sandwiches
- Pack size: Single pack
- Use by All dates
Risk
Rye and oats
This product contains rye and oats making it a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy to rye or oats.
Action taken by the company
E H Booths is recalling the above products from customers. The company has also issued a point-of-sale notice to its customers. The notice explains to customers why the products are 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 any of the above products and have an allergy to rye or oats, do not eat them. Instead return the product to the store from where it was bought for a full refund.
More information
E H Booths is recalling its BLT, Chicken Salad, and Lancashire Cheese and Chutney Sandwiches because they contain rye and oats which are not mentioned on the label. This means the products are a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy to rye or oats.
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 10 August 2018. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.