Waitrose recalls Waitrose Sweet Potato Fries because of undeclared allergens
- Affected
- Waitrose Sweet Potato Fries
- The problem
- Wheat (gluten) and Soya
- Allergen
- Gluten, Soya, 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 wheat or gluten, and/or an allergy to soya, do not eat it. Instead return it to the store from where it was bought for a full refund.
Products affected
Waitrose Sweet Potato Fries
- Pack size: 300g
- Use by 3 November 2018
Risk
Wheat (gluten) and Soya
This product may contain wheat (gluten) and soya making it a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy or intolerance to wheat or gluten, and/or with an allergy to soya.
Action taken by the company
Waitrose is recalling the above product from customers and 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 or intolerance to wheat or gluten, and/or an allergy to soya, do not eat it. Instead return it to the store from where it was bought for a full refund.
More information
Waitrose is recalling its Waitrose Sweet Potato Fries because they may contain wheat (gluten) and soya which are not mentioned on the label. This means the product is a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy or intolerance to wheat or gluten, and/or an allergy to soya.
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 31 October 2018. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.