2021.08.02 Recall: Tesco - White Fondant Icing

02 August 2021

The following notice has been issued by the Food Standards Agency.

Tesco is recalling Tesco White Fondant Icing because some packs have been incorrectly packed with Tesco Marzipan that contains almonds (nuts), which are not mentioned on the label. This means the product is a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy to almonds (nuts).

Product details
Tesco White Fondant Icing
Pack size: 500 g
Batch code: 21175
Best-before-end date: September 2022
Allergen: almonds (nuts)

Fondant

Risk statement
This product contains almonds (nuts) making it a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy to almonds (nuts).

Action taken by the company
Tesco is recalling the above product from customers and has contacted the relevant allergy support organisations, which will tell their members about the recall. The company has also issued a recall notice to its customers. This notice explains to customers why the product is being recalled and tells them what to do if they have bought the product. Please see the attached notice.

Customer notice: Tesco White Fondant Icing

Our advice to consumers
If you have bought the above product and have an allergy to almonds (nuts) do not eat it. Instead return it to the store from where it was bought for a full refund.