Sainsbury’s recalls Taste the Difference Medjool Dates because of possible contamination with Hepatitis A
- Affected
- Taste the Difference Medjool dates
- The problem
- These products might be contaminated with Hepatitis A. Symptoms caused by Hepatitis A usually include fever, nausea, abdominal cramps, diarrhoea, dark-coloured urine and jaundice (a yellowing of the skin).
- What to do
- If you have bought these products do not eat them. Instead, return them to the store from where they were bought for a full refund.
Products affected
Taste the Difference Medjool dates
- Pack size: 200g and 500g
- Best before All dates
Risk
These products might be contaminated with Hepatitis A. Symptoms caused by Hepatitis A usually include fever, nausea, abdominal cramps, diarrhoea, dark-coloured urine and jaundice (a yellowing of the skin).
Action taken by the company
Sainsbury’s 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 product. Please see the attached notice.
What you should do
If you have bought these products do not eat them. Instead, return them to the store from where they were bought for a full refund.
More information
Sainsbury’s is taking the precautionary action of recalling Taste the Difference Medjool dates because they might be contaminated with Hepatitis A.
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 13 April 2021. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.