McCain Foods recalls McCain Hash Browns because they may contain small pieces of plastic
- Affected
- McCain Hash Browns
- The problem
- The product may contain small pieces of plastic which makes it unsafe to eat.
- What to do
- If you have bought the above product, do not eat it. Instead, return it to the store from where it was bought for a full refund.
Products affected
McCain Hash Browns
- Pack size: 625g
- Batch code W25032019 12:00 to 23:59 · Best before end date: September 2020
Risk
The product may contain small pieces of plastic which makes it unsafe to eat.
Action taken by the company
McCain Foods is recalling the above product. Point-of-sale notices will be displayed in all retail stores that are selling this product. 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, do not eat it. Instead, return it to the store from where it was bought for a full refund.
More information
McCain Foods is recalling McCain Hash Browns because they may contain small pieces of plastic. The presence of plastic makes this product unsafe to eat. Only product produced between the times 12:00 – 23:59 with the batch code W25032019 are affected.
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 30 May 2019. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.