Allergy alert 11 October 2021

Waitrose & Partners recalls Waitrose Belgian Dark Chocolate with Raisins and Almonds because of undeclared hazelnuts (nuts)

Yes – this has been recalled

Affected: Waitrose Belgian Dark Chocolate with Raisins and Almonds
The problem: Hazelnut (nuts)
Allergen: Hazelnut, Nuts – 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 to hazelnuts (nuts), do not eat it. Instead, return it to the store from where it was bought for a full refund.

Source: Food Standards Agency Official notice ↗

Products affected

Waitrose Belgian Dark Chocolate with Raisins and Almonds

Pack size: 180g
Best before November 2022

Risk

Hazelnut (nuts)
This product contains hazelnuts (nuts) making it a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy to hazelnuts (nuts).

Action taken by the company

Waitrose & Partners is recalling the above product from customers. The 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. Please see the attached notice.

What you should do

If you have bought the above product and have an allergy to hazelnuts (nuts), do not eat it. Instead, return it to the store from where it was bought for a full refund.

More information

Waitrose & Partners is recalling Waitrose Belgian Dark Chocolate with Raisins and Almonds because some packs contain hazelnuts (nuts) which are not mentioned on the label. This means the product is a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy to hazelnuts (nuts). Due to a packaging error, some packs contain Waitrose Belgian Dark Chocolate with Hazelnuts instead.

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 11 October 2021. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.