Update 1 – Novo Farina recalls Simpleas Sea Salt and Balsamic Vinegar Pea Snacks because of undeclared allergens
- Affected
- Simpleas Sea Salt and Balsamic Vinegar Pea Snacks
- The problem
- Barley, oats and wheat (gluten)
- Allergen
- Barley, Gluten, Oats, Wheat – not shown correctly on the label. Only a risk if you're allergic or intolerant to them.
- What to do
- If you have bought the above product and have an allergy or intolerance to barley, and/or oats, and/or wheat or gluten, do not eat it. Instead return it to the store from where it was bought for a full refund.
Products affected
Simpleas Sea Salt and Balsamic Vinegar Pea Snacks
- Pack size: 23 grams
- Batch code 119 21 · Best before 29 April 2022
Risk
Barley, oats and wheat (gluten)
This product contains barley, oats and wheat (gluten) making it a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy or intolerance to barley, and/or oats and/or wheat or gluten.
Action taken by the company
Novo Farina is recalling the above product from customers and have been advised to contact the relevant allergy support organisations, which will tell their members about the recall. Company has also issued a point-of-sale notice to its customers. This notice explains to customers why the product is being recalled and tell them what to do if they have bought the product.
What you should do
If you have bought the above product and have an allergy or intolerance to barley, and/or oats, and/or wheat or gluten, do not eat it. Instead return it to the store from where it was bought for a full refund.
More information
The business undertaking the recall has been updated and altered to Novo Farina Ltd. The products affected and risk remains unchanged. Novo Farina Ltd is recalling Simpleas Sea Salt and Balsamic Vinegar Pea Snacks because it contains barley, oats and wheat (gluten) which is not mentioned on the label. This means the product is a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy or intolerance to barley, and/or oats and/or wheat (gluten).
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 21 May 2021. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.