Update 1: Refresco Beverages UK Limited recalls several juice drinks because of potential metal contamination in the straws
- Affected
- Calypso Orange Juice; Calypso Orange Juice; Asda Apple & Pear Juice Drink; Asda Apple & Pear Juice Drink; Calypso Orange Juice; Calypso Apple Juice
- The problem
- These products may contain metal in the straws which makes them unsafe.
- What to do
- If you have bought the above products, do not use them. Instead, return them to the store from where they were bought for a full refund. If you would like any further information, please contact the relevant brands customer service lines listed on the point of sale recall notices.
Products affected
Calypso Orange Juice
- Pack size: 150ml
- Batch code 3261, 3262 · Best before October 2024
Calypso Orange Juice
- Pack size: 150ml
- Batch code 3282, 3283 · Best before November 2024
Asda Apple & Pear Juice Drink
- Pack size: 5 x 150ml
- Batch code 3204, 3205, 3250, 3251, 3280, 3281, 3301, 3302 · Best before January 2024, March 2024 and April 2024
Asda Apple & Pear Juice Drink
- Pack size: 5 x 150ml
- Batch code 3322, 3323 · Best before May 2024
Calypso Orange Juice
- Pack size: 150ml
- Batch code 3322 · Best before December 2024
Calypso Apple Juice
- Pack size: 150ml
- Batch code 3281, 3282 · Best before November 2024
Calypso Apple Juice
- Pack size: 150ml
- Batch code 3321, 3322 · Best before December 2024
Asda Orange Juice From Concentrate
- Pack size: 3 x 150ml
- Batch code 3247, 3248, 3302, 3303, 3304, 3322, 3323 · Best before March 2024, April 2024 and May 2024
Asda 100% Pure Apple Juice From Concentrate
- Pack size: 3 x 150ml
- Batch code 3239, 3240, 3241, 3279, 3280, 3281, 3302, 3319, 3320, 3321 · Best before February 2024, April 2024 and May 2024
Asda Just Essentials Orange Juice From Concentrate
- Pack size: 3 x 150ml
- Batch code 3245, 3246, 3247, 3275, 3276, 3277, 3278, 3279, 3283, 3304, 3305 · Best before March 2024 and April 2024
Asda Apple & Blackcurrant Juice Drink
- Pack size: 5 x 150ml
- Batch code 3205, 3206, 3251, 3281, 3302, 3323 · Best before January 2024, March 2024, April 2024 and May 2024
Asda Apple & Mango Juice Drink
- Pack size: 5 x 150ml
- Batch code 3251, 3252, 3281, 3282, 3303 · Best before March 2024 and April 2024
Risk
These products may contain metal in the straws which makes them unsafe.
Action taken by the company
Refresco Beverages UK Limited is recalling the above products from customers. The company has also issued a recall notice to its customers. These notices explain to customers why the products are being recalled and tells them what to do if they have bought the products. Please see the attached notices.
What you should do
If you have bought the above products, do not use them. Instead, return them to the store from where they were bought for a full refund. If you would like any further information, please contact the relevant brands customer service lines listed on the point of sale recall notices.
More information
Refresco Beverages UK Limited is recalling various juice drinks because the straws may be contaminated with metal, making them unsafe.
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 29 December 2023. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.