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Biona Organic Cashew Nut Butter recalled over undeclared peanuts, almond and hazelnut

Undeclared peanuts

Biona is recalling Biona Organic Cashew Nut Butter because it contains almonds (nuts), hazelnuts (nuts) and peanuts which are not mentioned on the label. This means the product is a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy to almonds (nuts), hazelnuts (nuts) and peanuts.

Check your product

Only products that match these details are covered. Have your pack in front of you.

2 identifiers listed for this notice.

  • Biona Organic Cashew Nut Butter

    Batch codePrinted on the pack, often next to the date mark. It may start with L or LOT.
    • E233189
    Best beforeOn the lid, base or back of the pack.
    • 31 December 2026

What to do now

The label on Biona Organic Cashew Nut Butter does not tell people about the peanuts, almond and hazelnut it contains. For everyone else the product is safe to eat; for people with an allergy to peanuts, almond and hazelnut, it is not.

  1. If you are allergic to or intolerant of peanuts, almond and hazelnut, do not eat it.
  2. Make sure children, carers and anyone you shop for know not to eat it.
  3. Take it back to the shop where you bought it and ask for a refund.
  4. Only the packs listed below are affected, so check your pack before throwing it away.

Why it matters. Peanut allergy is a frequent cause of severe allergic reactions. Even a small amount can trigger symptoms in some people.

Symptoms and when to get help

Look out for

  • an itchy, tingling mouth
  • a raised itchy rash (hives)
  • swelling of the lips, face or eyes
  • stomach pain or being sick

Get help urgently

  • swelling of the tongue or throat, difficulty breathing or swallowing, wheezing, feeling faint, or collapse — use an adrenaline auto-injector if you have one and call 999, saying it is anaphylaxis

This is general information based on NHS public guidance, not medical advice. In an emergency call 999. For urgent advice use NHS 111 (NHS 24 on 111 in Scotland) or, in Northern Ireland, your GP or out-of-hours service.

Getting your money back

The quickest route is to take the pack, or a photo of its label, back to the shop. Most retailers refund recalled products without proof of purchase.

If a shop refuses, the Citizens Advice consumer helpline (0808 223 1133), Advice Direct Scotland (0808 164 6000) or Consumerline in Northern Ireland (0300 123 6262) can tell you what to do next.

From the official notice

Published by the Food Standards Agency (FSA-AA-09-2024). Quoted as issued.

Summary

Biona is recalling Biona Organic Cashew Nut Butter because it contains almonds (nuts), hazelnuts (nuts) and peanuts which are not mentioned on the label. This means the product is a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy to almonds (nuts), hazelnuts (nuts) and peanuts.

The risk

Almonds (nuts), hazelnuts (nuts) and peanuts.

This product contains almonds (nuts), hazelnuts (nuts) and peanuts making it a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy to almonds (nuts), hazelnuts (nuts) and peanuts.

Action taken

Biona 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.

Advice to consumers

If you have bought the above product and have an allergy to almonds (nuts), hazelnuts (nuts) and peanuts, do not eat it. Instead, return it to the store from where you bought it for a full refund. For further information, please contact Biona Customer Service department on 02039413628 or at info@biona.co.uk.

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Questions

Why has Biona Organic Cashew Nut Butter been recalled?

The label on Biona Organic Cashew Nut Butter does not tell people about the peanuts, almond and hazelnut it contains. For everyone else the product is safe to eat; for people with an allergy to peanuts, almond and hazelnut, it is not. Peanut allergy is a frequent cause of severe allergic reactions. Even a small amount can trigger symptoms in some people.

How do I know if my product is affected?

Compare the batch code and best before on your product with the details listed under “Check your product” on this page. Only items that match are covered by the notice.

What should I do now?

If you are allergic to or intolerant of peanuts, almond and hazelnut, do not eat it. Make sure children, carers and anyone you shop for know not to eat it.

Can I get a refund?

The quickest route is to take the pack, or a photo of its label, back to the shop. Most retailers refund recalled products without proof of purchase. If a shop refuses, the Citizens Advice consumer helpline (0808 223 1133), Advice Direct Scotland (0808 164 6000) or Consumerline in Northern Ireland (0300 123 6262) can tell you what to do next.

Is it safe for people without this allergy?

Yes. An allergy alert means the label is wrong for people who must avoid peanuts, almond and hazelnut. If nobody in your home is allergic to or intolerant of peanuts, almond and hazelnut, the product is not otherwise unsafe, although you can still return it.

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