Waitrose recalls Morello Cherry and Almond Tart due to undeclared pistachio (nuts)
- Affected
- Morello Cherry & Almond Tart
- The problem
- Pistachio (nuts)
- Allergen
- Nuts – 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 pistachio (nuts), do not eat it. Instead return it to the store from where it was bought for a full refund.
Products affected
Morello Cherry & Almond Tart
- Pack size: 375g
- Use by 27 December 2018
Risk
Pistachio (nuts)
This product contains pistachio (nuts) making it a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy to pistachio (nuts).
Action taken by the company
Waitrose 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/products are 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 pistachio (nuts), do not eat it. Instead return it to the store from where it was bought for a full refund.
More information
Waitrose is recalling Morello Cherry and Almond Tart because it may contain pistachio (nuts) which are not mentioned on the label. This means the product is a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy to pistachio (nuts).
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 24 December 2018. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.