Shoppers are being urged to check their cupboards and fridges after a series of food safety alerts triggered multiple product recalls at major UK supermarkets.
The Food Standards Agency (FSA) has issued several “do not eat” warnings covering products sold by retailers including Tesco, Waitrose and Home Bargains, with some items posing potential health risks.
Customers who have bought any of the affected products are being told not to eat them, even if they appear to look and smell normal.
Instead, shoppers should check the recall details carefully and follow the instructions provided, which may include returning the product to the store for a refund or disposing of it safely.
With several recalls announced, consumers are being encouraged to check their kitchens before eating products they may have bought recently.
Seeds recall
A.Vogel Ltd is recalling Rapunzel bioSnacky Das Original Red Clover Seeds for Sprouts and Seedlings because of the presence of Shiga toxin-producing E.coli.
Symptoms can include severe diarrhoea, abdominal pain and occasionally haemolytic uremic syndrome (HUS), a serious condition that can lead to kidney failure and can be fatal.
The affected products come in 30g packs, have a batch code of 11293 and a best before date of December 2028.
Monday 8 August - A.Vogel Ltd recalls Rapunzel bioSnacky Das Original Red Clover – Seeds for Sprouts and Seedlings due to contamination with E. coli (STEC) #foodalert https://t.co/vR2Mt6161P pic.twitter.com/zritLd5U5v
— Food Standards Agency (@foodgov) August 10, 2026
A spokesman for the Food Standards Agency warned: “A.Vogel Ltd is recalling the above product. Point of sale notices will be displayed in all retail stores that are selling this product and/or on their website. These notices explain to customers why the product is being recalled and tell them what to do if they have bought the product.
“If you have bought the above product, do not grow it or consume the sprouts or seedlings. Instead, return it to where you bought it from for a full refund.
“Symptoms can include severe diarrhoea (including bloody diarrhoea), abdominal pain and occasionally haemolytic uremic syndrome (HUS), a serious condition that can lead to kidney failure and can be fatal.
“If you are experiencing these symptoms, you should stay away from work, school or nursery until you have stopped having symptoms for at least 48 hours to avoid passing it on to others.”
A Rapunzel spokesman added: "We are very sorry for this incident and sincerely apologise.
"Please be assured that we are doing everything we possibly can to resolve this matter.
"We hope you will continue to place your trust in us."
Home Bargains Recall
Crisps sold at Home Bargains have been recalled, with the Food Standards Agency (FSA) warning shoppers of a potential health risk.
ASR Solutions Ltd has recalled the Lays Sour Cream & Dill Crisps sold in Home Bargains stores in the UK, because of a labelling error.
The crisps contain milk and wheat (gluten) which are not mentioned on the label, meaning they are a “possible health risk” to anyone with an allergy or intolerance to the ingredients.
The affected products come in 125g packets and have best before dates up to and including October 31.
Friday 31 July 2026 - ASR Solutions Ltd recalls Lay's Sour Cream & Dill Crisps #FoodAllergy https://t.co/sx7VuhfXwi pic.twitter.com/Su9jxthEaG
— Food Standards Agency (@foodgov) July 31, 2026
An FSA spokesman warned: “ASR Solutions Ltd 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 recall 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.
“If you have bought this product, do not eat it. Instead, return it to the store from which you bought the product for a full refund or contact support@home.bargains if you require further information.”
A Home Bargains statement added: “If you have bought Lays Sour Cream & Dill Crisps as detailed above and you have an allergy, intolerance or sensitivity to milk or wheat, do not consume it.
“Check if you have bought the affected best before dates. Only these codes are affected.
“Return any affected product to your local Home Bargains store for a full refund or contact support@home.bargains if you require information.
“We apologise for any inconvenience caused.”
Chocolate Recall
A range of chocolate products sold in England, Scotland and Wales have been removed from UK shelves due to health concerns.
Bon Bons Wholesale Ltd has recalled various chocolate products due to the concerns, telling shops stocking the items to “remove them from sale”, while the Food Standards Agency (FSA) has told shoppers, “Do not eat”.
The items have been recalled because they may contain milk and soy which are not mentioned on the label, making them a potential health risk for anyone with allergies.
An FSA spokesman said: “These products contain milk and soya making them a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy or intolerance to milk or milk constituents and/or an allergy to soya.”
25th July - Bon Bons Wholesale Ltd recalls various chocolate products because of undeclared milk and soya #FoodAllergy https://t.co/WrIP1T09q5 pic.twitter.com/ps2AV2kcLh
— Food Standards Agency (@foodgov) July 25, 2026
These are the Bon Bons Wholesale Ltd items affected by the recall:
- Medium Coloured Ladybird with best before dates of March 1, 2027, and January 16, 2028
- Small Red Ladybird with best before dates of January 21, 2027, and January 25, 2027
- Large Red Heart with best before dates of November 22, 2027, December 23, 2027, and December 26, 2027
- Mini Butterflies with best before dates of March 21, 2027, and September 9, 2027
- Sports Car with best before date of August 15, 2027
An FSA spokesman said: “Bon Bons Wholesale Ltd is recalling the above products 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 products are being recalled and tell them what to do if they have bought the products.
“If you have bought the above products and have an allergy to milk and/or soya do not eat them. Instead, return them to the store you purchased them from for a full refund.
“For more information, or to receive a full refund, please contact enquiries@bonbons.co.uk or call 01937 840681.”
A Bon Bons Wholesale Ltd statement added: “We take our responsibility to consumers extremely seriously and always aim to ensure the highest possible standards of product safety.
“We are sorry for any inconvenience or disappointment this product recall may cause you.”
Gü recall
Shoppers at Tesco and Waitrose have been issued a “do not eat” warning after a Gü dessert was recalled.
The Gü Double Sea Salted Caramel Frozen Dessert, sold at Tesco and Waitrose, has been removed from supermarket shelves because it may contain hazelnuts and soya not mentioned on the label.
As a result, the dessert is a health risk to anyone with an allergy to nuts or soya.
The affected product has a lot number of 126135 and a best before date of June 30, 2027.
A spokesman for the Food Standards Agency (FSA) said: “Gü 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.
“These notices explain to customers why the product is being recalled and tell them what to do if they have bought the product.
“If you have bought the above product and have an allergy to hazelnuts (nuts) and/or soya do not eat it. Instead return it to the store from where it was bought for a full refund.
“No receipt required. For more information, please contact recall@gupuds.com .”
A Gü spokesman added: “The issue is limited to a very small number of products (believed to be less than 10 units). However, as a precautionary measure and in line with our commitment to consumer safety, the affected date code is being recalled.
“We have taken proactive steps to further mitigate the issue, including strengthened allergen and packing controls within production.
“We believe the majority of consumers who purchased the affected products will already have been contacted or notified.”
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What is a product recall?
If there is a problem with a food product that means it should not be sold, then it might be 'withdrawn' (taken off the shelves) or 'recalled' (when customers are asked to return the product).
The FSA issues Product Withdrawal Information Notices and Product Recall Information Notices to let consumers and local authorities know about problems associated with food.
In some cases, a 'Food Alert for Action' is issued.
This provides local authorities with details of specific actions to be taken on behalf of consumers.
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