Unisnacks Europe recalls Meiji Hello Panda Matcha biscuits because of undeclared peanuts
- Affected
- Meiji Hello Panda Cocoa Biscuits with Matcha Green Tea Flavoured Filling
- The problem
- Peanuts
- Allergen
- Peanuts – not shown correctly on the label. Only a risk if you're allergic or intolerant to it.
- What to do
- If you have bought the above product and have an allergy to peanuts, do not eat it. Instead return it to the store from where it was bought for a full refund.
Products affected
Meiji Hello Panda Cocoa Biscuits with Matcha Green Tea Flavoured Filling
- Pack size: 50g
- Best before end of May 2021
Risk
Peanuts
This product contains peanuts making it a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy to peanuts.
Action taken by the company
Unisnacks Europe is recalling the above product 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 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 and have an allergy to peanuts, do not eat it. Instead return it to the store from where it was bought for a full refund.
More information
Unisnacks Europe is recalling Meiji Hello Panda Cocoa Biscuits with Matcha Green Tea Flavoured Filling because they contain peanuts, which are not mentioned on the label. This means the product is a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy to peanuts.
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 February 2021. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.