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Allergen Alert: Chips Recalled for Hidden Milk
10 Feb
Summary
- Frozen chunky chips recalled due to undeclared milk allergen.
- Packaging error led to Dauphinoise potatoes being in chip bags.
- Customers with milk allergies should not consume the product.
Supermarket giant Co-op has initiated a recall for its Irresistible Triple Cook Thick Cut Chunky Chips due to an undeclared allergen. The product was found to contain milk, a result of an accidental packaging error.
This mistake meant that Dauphinoise potatoes were incorrectly packed into the chip packaging. The Food Standards Agency announced the recall on Monday, February 9, highlighting the potential health risk to consumers with milk allergies or intolerances.
Consumers are strongly advised not to eat the affected chips. Co-op is offering full refunds or replacements for the product. Customers who purchased the item online can obtain a refund by contacting customer services, while in-store purchases can be returned to any local Co-op branch. The supermarket has apologized for any inconvenience caused by this recall.
