Sainsbury's issues urgent recall for popular crisps as they could make some people seriously ill

Sainsbury's has urgently recalled its Taste the Difference Sea Salt and Suffolk Cider Vinegar Hand Cooked Crisps due to an undeclared allergen. The crisps may contain milk, which is not listed on the label, presenting a danger for those with a milk allergy or intolerance.

Symptoms from consuming the product could include hives, stomach upset, vomiting, and in severe cases, bloody stools. Anaphylaxis, a serious and potentially fatal reaction, could also occur, leading to breathing difficulties and shock.

The specific batch in question bears the product code 6328534 and has a best before date of October 26, 2024. Sainsbury's stores have displayed point-of-sale notices to inform customers about the recall.

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Customers who have bought the crisps and have a milk intolerance are urged not to eat them and to return them to their nearest Sainsbury's store for a full refund, with no receipt required. The crisps are currently sold for £1.50 as per the supermarket's website, as reported by the Mirror.

Recalls are issued for various reasons, including safety hazards that pose risks to consumers or quality issues affecting product performance, reports Wales Online.

The Food Standards Agency is responsible for sending out alerts about food product issues. When there's a problem, products may be "withdrawn" (taken off shelves) or "recalled" (customers asked to return the product).

If food items are found to be contaminated with pathogens that could cause food poisoning, or if foreign objects like plastic or metal are detected due to production mistakes, they must be recalled. Furthermore, recalls are required if there's a mistake or omission in the allergen information provided.