ASDA recalls ASDA Frozen Smooth Mashed Potato because of undeclared gluten

23 October 2018

ASDA is recalling ASDA Frozen Smooth Mashed Potato because a small number of packs may incorrectly contain potato croquettes instead of mashed potato. Potato croquettes contain wheat (gluten), which is not mentioned on the label. This means the product is a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy or intolerance to wheat or gluten.

Product details

  • ASDA Frozen Smooth Mashed Potato
  • Pack size 900g
  • Lot number 18151
  • Best before 31 May 2019

Risk statement

Allergen(s): Wheat (gluten)

This product contains wheat (gluten) making it a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy or intolerance to wheat or gluten.

Action taken by the company

ASDA is recalling the above product from customers and has been advised to contact the relevant allergy support organisations, which will tell their members about the recall. The company has also issued a point-of-sale notice to its customers. These notices explain to customers why the product is being recalled and tell them what to do if they have bought the product. Please see the attached notice.

ASDA recalls frozen smooth mashed potato because of undeclared gluten

Our advice to consumers

If you have bought the above product and have an allergy or intolerance to wheat or gluten, do not eat it. Instead, return it to the store from where it was bought for a full refund.

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