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Asda Stores Ltd withdraws a batch of ASDA Extra Special Chocolate Coated Nut Selection due to the undeclared presence of barley gluten in the product

Wednesday 4 November 2009

Allergen: Barley gluten

Ref: AR/2009

Product:

Asda Extra Special Chocolate Coated Nut Selection

Risk:

The above product contains barley gluten that is not declared on the label, resulting in incorrect allergen information. The product is, therefore, a potential health risk for individuals with an allergy or intolerance to barley gluten.

Product identification:

ASDA Extra Special Chocolate Coated Nut Selection 215g bag
Best before date: End April 2010
Batch codes: BBE April 2010

Action taken by the company:

Asda Stores Ltd has withdrawn the affected batch from sale. Notices will be displayed in food stores to alert consumers to the reasons for the withdrawal, and the actions they can take if they have purchased the product. In addition, Asda has contacted the relevant allergy support organisations, who will inform their at-risk members of the withdrawal.

No other Asda Stores Ltd products are known to be affected.

Advice to consumers:

Customers who are allergic or intolerant to barley gluten are advised not to eat this product.

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