AN urgent “avoid” alert has been issued for 66 “contaminated” dips sandwiches and wraps which could pose a lethal threat.
Last month, the food watchdog recalled dozens of foods and condiments they had reason to believe might be with peanuts not listed on the label.
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The Food Standards Agency (FSA) is still advising people with a peanut allergy to avoid consuming foods that may contain mustard, because they could be contaminated with peanuts.
Mustard ingredients – including mustard powder or flour – can be found in dips, sauces, salads and pre-packed sandwiches, the FSA said.
The food agency said they have recalled 66 products as they continue to investigate.
Some of the products being recalled, or removed from sale, because they may contain peanuts include Dominos dips, SPAR sandwich fillers and salads, and Harvester BBQ sauce.
Multiple spices that contain mustard have also been recalled as they may have undeclared peanuts.
The FSA and Food Standards Scotland (FSS) have traced the contaminated mustard ingredients to three suppliers in India.
These producers have supplied three spice companies in the UK; FGS Ingredients Ltd and two further companies, which have subsequently distributed the ingredients to a range of manufacturing, hospitality and retail businesses.
Food business, FGS Ingredients Limited, have undertaken a precautionary withdrawal and recall of all products containing mustard.
The company imports mustard to manufacture spice products including curry powders, seasonings and spice blends from India.
These spices and blends are also used in products such as ready meals and snacks and a wide range of recalls are expected to be issued in the coming days.
A list of FSG products affected has been released by the FSA and the food regulation company say that not all mustard imports from India have been contaminated.
Parents of children with a peanut allergy should check the labels of food they are buying and ask restaurants and take-away outlets about foods that might contain mustard, the agency says.
Because of how serious allergic reactions to peanuts can be, the FSA says it is taking a precautionary approach, so that people with allergies can keep themselves safe.
Rebecca Sudworth, director of food policy at the FSA, said: “This investigation is complex and the FSA and FSS are working with relevant businesses, local authorities, and agencies to put all necessary measures in place to protect consumers.
“For now, it remains very important that anyone with a peanut allergy avoids consuming products containing mustard as an ingredient until we are satisfied industry has identified and recalled all the specific affected products.
“Parents and carers of children who have a peanut allergy should take care to check the labels of food they buy and, if eating out, or getting a takeaway, ask the restaurant or cafe about foods that might contain mustard.
“While we understand that this advice may currently limit many people’s food choices, our priority must be to ensure consumer safety.
“If you or a family member has had an allergic reaction that could be linked to this investigation, please report it to the food business who supplied the affected product and to the local authority where the product was purchased.
“Guidance is available for how to report a food problem to a local authority.
“We will update consumers as soon as more information becomes available.
“We strongly encourage individuals with allergies to sign up for our allergy alerts to stay informed about future recalls.”
The signs of an allergic reaction and anaphylaxis + what to do
SYMPTOMS of an allergy usually occur within minutes of contact with with the offending food or trigger, but they can also come on up to one hour later.
Most allergic reactions are mild but they can also be moderate or severe.
Anaphylaxis is the most severe form of allergic reaction which can be life threatening.
In some cases, anaphylaxis symptoms lead to collapse and unconsciousness and, on rare occasions, can be fatal so it’s important to know how to recognise them and act quickly.
Mild to moderate symptoms include:
- Itchy mouth, tongue and throat
- Swelling of lips, around the eyes or face
- Red raised itchy rash (often called nettle rash, hives or urticaria)
- Vomiting, nausea, abdominal pain and diarrhoea
- Runny nose and sneezing
Severe symptoms of anaphylaxis include:
- Swelling of your throat and tongue
- Difficulty breathing or breathing very fast
- Difficulty swallowing, tightness in your throat or a hoarse voice
- Wheezing, coughing or noisy breathing
- Feeling tired or confused
- Feeling faint, dizzy or fainting
- Skin that feels cold to the touch
- Blue, grey or pale skin, lips or tongue – if you have brown or black skin, this may be easier to see on the palms of your hands or soles of your feet
Anaphylaxis and its symptoms should be treated as a medical emergency.
Follow these steps if you think you or someone you’re with is having an anaphylactic reaction:
- Use an adrenaline auto-injector (such as an EpiPen) if you have one – instructions are included on the side of the injector.
- Call 999 for an ambulance and say that you think you’re having an anaphylactic reaction.
- Lie down – you can raise your legs, and if you’re struggling to breathe, raise your shoulders or sit up slowly (if you’re pregnant, lie on your left side).
- If you have been stung by an insect, try to remove the sting if it’s still in the skin.
- If your symptoms have not improved after 5 minutes, use a second adrenaline auto-injector.
Do not stand or walk at any time, even if you feel better.
Sources: Allergy UK, NHS
According to the agency, if mustard is present in a food, it should be labelled in bold on the packet because it is an allergen itself.
If there is a risk that mustard could be unintentionally present in food, there will be a “may contain” label for mustard.
Peanut allergies are particularly common, affecting about one in 50 children in the UK, increasing in recent decades, according to Allergy UK.
Allergies usually develops in early childhood but, occasionally, can appear in later life.
Peanut allergies tend to be persistent and only approximately one in five children outgrow their allergy, usually by the age of 10.
If you think you or your child may be allergic to peanuts, see your GP who can refer you to a specialist allergy clinic.
It’s important to get a referral even if the symptoms were mild because it can be hard to tell if future allergic reactions could be more serious.
Dominos previously urged those with a peanut allergy to dispose of the dips mentioned on the recall alert and avoid consuming them.
Full list of recalled products
Charlie & Ivy’s Chipotle Mayonnaise
Charlie & Ivy’s Horseradish Plant Based Mayonnaise
Charlie & Ivy’s Lemon & Dill Mayonnaise
Charlie & Ivy’s Mustard & Ale Mayonnaise
Charlie & Ivy’s Smoky Paprika, Chilli & Cumin Plant Based Mayonnaise
Charlie & Ivy’s Truffle Mayonnaise
Clayton Park BLT
Clayton Park Cheese Savoury Sandwich
Clayton Park Chicken and Bacon Sandwich
Clayton Park Chicken Caesar Wrap
Clayton Park Chicken Club Sandwich
Clayton Park Chicken Club Sandwich
Clayton Park Chicken Mayonnaise Sandwich
Clayton Park Chicken Salad Sandwich
Clayton Park Prawn Mayonnaise Sandwich
Clayton Park Simply Tuna Sandwich
Clayton Park Tuna Crunch Roll
Clayton Park Tuna Mayonnaise Sandwich
Clayton Park Tuna Wrap
Diet Chef Macaroni Cheese
Dominos Garlic & Herb Dip
Dominos Honey & Mustard Dip
Dominos The Big Dip – Garlic & Herb
Dunnes Stores Black Mustard Seeds
Dunnes Stores Cajun Seasoning
Dunnes Stores Hot Curry Powder
Dunnes Stores Medium Madras Curry Powder
Dunnes Stores Mild Curry Powder
En Route Macaroni Cheese
Favourit Cajun Seasoning
Favourit Hot Curry Powder
Favourit Fajita Seasoning
Favourit Medium Curry Powder
Favourit Mild Curry Powder
Fazilas Chicken Tender Wrap
Fazilas Chilli Cheese Wrap
Fazilas Tandoori Chicken Wrap
Fireaway BBQ Sauce Dip Pot
Frozen Blue Dragon Katsu Curry with Rice
Frozen Iceland Takeaway Chinese Style Chicken Curry
Frozen MyProtein Cajun Chicken Pasta
Frozen MyProtein Chicken & Beef Naked Burrito
Frozen TGI Cajun Chicken Pasta with Chorizo
Green Cuisine Mustard Powder
Harvester BBQ Sauce
Jack’s Cheese & Onion Deli Filler
Jack’s Coronation Chicken Deli Filler
Jack’s Egg Mayonnaise Deli Filler
Jack’s Macaroni Cheese
Jack’s Potato Salad
Jane Plan Macaroni Cheese
Parsley Box Macaroni Cheese
Pro-Cook Macaroni Cheese
Spar BLT Sandwich
Spar Cajun Chicken Wrap
Spar Cheese and Onion Sandwich Filler
Spar Cheese Savoury Sandwich
Spar Chicken and Bacon Pasta Salad
Spar Chicken and Bacon Sandwich
Spar Chicken and Bacon Sandwich Filler
Spar Chicken Caesar Wrap
Spar Chicken Club Sandwich
Spar Chicken Honey and Mustard Pasta Salad
Spar Chicken Mayonnaise Sandwich
Spar Chicken Salad Sandwich
Spar Chicken Tikka Masala with Rice
Spar Chicken Tikka Wrap
Spar Chicken Tomato and Basil Pasta Salad
Spar Coleslaw
Spar Hot and Spicy Cheese Wrap
Spar Macaroni Cheese
Spar Onion and Garlic Dip
Spar Prawn Mayonnaise Sandwich
Spar Simply Tuna and Corn Sandwich
Spar Sour Cream and Chive Dip
Spar Sweet Chilli Chicken Wrap
Spar Tuna and Corn Pasta Salad
Spar Tuna and Sweetcorn Sandwich Filler
Spar Tuna Crunch Roll
Spar Tuna Mayonnaise Sandwich
Spar Tuna Wrap
Spar Tuna Mayonnaise Sandwich
Thiccc Sauce BBQ Sriracha
Thicc Sauce Meat Candy
Tim Horton’s BBQ Sauce dip
Trailhead Fine Foods Get Jerky BBQ Beef Jerky
Tubby Tom’s Bone Sucker
Tubby Tom’s Buffalo
Tubby Tom’s Burnt Peach
Tubby Tom’s Cherry Bomb
Tubby Tom’s Cowabunga
Tubby Tom’s Hognose
Tubby Tom’s Mutang
Tubby Tom’s Rattlesnake
Tubby Tom’s Texas Drip
Tubby Tom’s Wake the Dead
Tubby Tom’s War Hog
Wisely Well Macaroni Cheese
Yorkshire Rapeseed Oil Classic Mayonnaise
Yorkshire Rapeseed Oil Garlic Mayonnaise
Yorkshire Rapeseed Oil Mustard Mayonnaise
Yorkshire Rapeseed Oil Oak Smoked Mayonnaise
Yorkshire Rapeseed Oil Plant Based Mayonnaise
Yorkshire Rapeseed Oil Tartare Sauce
