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Sainsbury’s recalls two houmous products due to possible presence of E.coli

Sainsbury’s recalls two houmous products due to possible presence of E.coli

Published: January 01, 1970

Sainsbury’s has taken the precautionary step of recalling JS Classic Houmous and JS Lemon & Coriander Houmous because these products may contain Shiga toxin-producing E.coli (STEC).

Product details

JS Classic Houmous
Pack size:
315g
Batch code:
8001352
Use by:
13 September 2025
JS Lemon & Coriander Houmous
Pack size:
200g
Batch code:
8062998
Use by:
14 September 2025

Risk statement

The products listed above might be contaminated with Shiga toxin-producing E. coli (STEC). Symptoms caused by this organism include diarrhoea, abdominal pain, bloody diarrhoea, and haemolytic uremic syndrome, a serious condition that can lead to kidney failure and can be fatal.

Action taken

Sainsbury’s is recalling the above products. Point of sale notices will be displayed in all retail stores that are selling these products. These notices explain to customers why the products are being recalled and tell them what to do if they have bought the products. Please see the attached notice.
Customer Notice:
Sainsbury’s recalls two houmous products

Advice to consumers

Sainsbury’s is recalling the above products. Point of sale notices will be displayed in all retail stores that are selling these products. These notices explain to customers why the products are being recalled and tell them what to do if they have bought the products. Please see the attached notice.
Customer Notice:
Sainsbury’s recalls two houmous products

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