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Hidden Danger: Buns Recalled for Undeclared Barley
5 Jun
Summary
- Waitrose hot cross buns recalled due to undeclared barley allergen.
- Product recall affects packs with a best-before date of June 6.
- Customers with barley allergies or coeliac disease should not consume.
A recall has been issued for Waitrose's 4 Richly Fruited Hot Cross Buns due to the presence of undeclared barley. This oversight means the product poses a risk to consumers with barley allergies.
The recall specifically targets packs with a best-before date of June 6. Waitrose is actively contacting allergy support organizations to inform their members about this product withdrawal.
Customers who have purchased the affected buns and have a barley allergy are urged not to consume them. Returning the product to the place of purchase will result in a full refund, regardless of whether a receipt is provided.
Barley, a gluten-containing grain, is classified as one of the UK's 14 major allergens. While true barley allergies are rare, its gluten content poses a significant risk to individuals with coeliac disease, an autoimmune condition triggered by gluten.
Furthermore, a larger population experiences non-coeliac gluten sensitivity or general food intolerances, for whom barley consumption can lead to digestive distress, bloating, and fatigue.
Under UK food law, barley must be clearly declared on labels due to these risks. Allergy advice is often emphasized in bold text on product packaging.
