Tesco recalls various Tesco Pates because of incorrect use-by dates
- Affected
- Tesco Coarse Farmhouse Pate; Tesco Coarse Ardennes Pate; Tesco Smooth Chicken Liver Pate
- The problem
- The products listed above have been labelled with an incorrect ‘use-by’ date printed on the pack. The products may pose a microbiological risk, making them unsafe to eat.
- What to do
- If you have bought any of the above products, please do not consume them. Instead, return them to the store from where they were purchased for a full refund. For further information, please contact the Contact page on the Tesco website: tesco.com/help/contact.
Products affected
Tesco Coarse Farmhouse Pate
- Pack size: 170g
- Use by 05 January 2026
Tesco Coarse Ardennes Pate
- Pack size: 170g
- Use by 05 January 2026
Tesco Smooth Chicken Liver Pate
- Pack size: 170g
- Use by 05 January 2026
Risk
The products listed above have been labelled with an incorrect ‘use-by’ date printed on the pack. The products may pose a microbiological risk, making them unsafe to eat.
Action taken by the company
Tesco 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 products. Please see the attached notice.
What you should do
If you have bought any of the above products, please do not consume them. Instead, return them to the store from where they were purchased for a full refund. For further information, please contact the Contact page on the Tesco website: tesco.com/help/contact.
More information
Tesco is recalling various Tesco Pates as they have been labelled with an incorrect use by date printed on the pack. The products may pose a microbiological risk, making them unsafe to eat.
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 3 January 2026. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.