Evolution Foods recalls three products because of undeclared sulphites
- Affected
- Natural Selection Omega Seed Mix; Natural Selection Goji Berries; Aldi Foodie Market Rainforest Bounty
- The problem
- Sulphites
- Allergen
- Sulphur dioxide and/or sulphites – not shown correctly on the label. Only a risk if you're allergic or intolerant to it.
- What to do
- If you have bought any of the above products and have a sensitivity to sulphur dioxide and/or sulphites, do not eat them. Instead return them to the store from where they were bought for a full refund.
Products affected
Natural Selection Omega Seed Mix
- Pack size: 225g
- Lot L101210 18246, L102363 18319, L103027 18335 · Best before end dates: June 2019, August 2019, September 2019
Natural Selection Goji Berries
- Pack size: 100g
- Lot L8201/2 18220, L8222/3 18256 · Best before end dates: June 2019, July 2019
Aldi Foodie Market Rainforest Bounty
- Pack size: 70g
- Lot All lot numbers · Best before end dates: All dates
Risk
Sulphites
These products contain sulphites, making them a possible health risk for anyone with a sensitivity to sulphur dioxide and/or sulphites.
Action taken by the company
Evolution Foods Ltd is recalling the above products 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 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 and have a sensitivity to sulphur dioxide and/or sulphites, do not eat them. Instead return them to the store from where they were bought for a full refund.
More information
Evolution Foods Ltd is recalling Natural Selection Omega Seed Mix, Natural Selection Goji Berries, and Aldi Foodie Market Rainforest Bounty because they contain sulphites which is not mentioned on the label. This means the products are a possible health risk for anyone with a sensitivity to sulphur dioxide and/or sulphites.
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 18 January 2019. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.