Product recallFSA
Chicken Cooked Meat Trimmings recalled over possible plastic pieces
BM Foods Ltd is recalling Chicken Cooked Meat Trimmings because they may contain pieces of plastic, making them unsafe to eat. This product is sold at Aldi.
Point-of-sale notice published with the recall
Check your product
Only products that match these details are covered. Have your pack in front of you.
2 identifiers listed for this notice.
name: Chicken Cooked Meat Trimmings 400g
- Batch codePrinted on the pack, often next to the date mark. It may start with L or LOT.
- 50328453
- Use byOn the lid, sleeve or label.
- 04/07/2025
What to do now
Plastic from packaging or equipment may have got into Chicken Cooked Meat Trimmings.
- Do not eat it, and do not try to remove the pieces.
- Keep it away from children until it is returned or thrown away.
- Return it to Aldi for a refund. Shops normally accept recalled food without a receipt.
- Look for other packs at home: the recall covers every pack that matches the details below.
Why it matters. Hard or sharp plastic can injure the mouth and throat, and small pieces are a choking risk, especially for children.
Symptoms and when to get help
Look out for
- pain in the mouth or throat
- coughing or difficulty swallowing
Get help urgently
- difficulty breathing or choking — call 999
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-PRIN-31-2025). Quoted as issued.
Summary
BM Foods Ltd is recalling Chicken Cooked Meat Trimmings because they may contain pieces of plastic, making them unsafe to eat. This product is sold at Aldi.
The risk
The possible presence of pieces of plastic in the products which presents a choking hazard and makes them unsafe to eat.
Action taken
BM Foods Ltd 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.
Advice to consumers
If you have bought any of the above products do not consume them. Instead, return them to your nearest Aldi store for a full refund. For further information, please visit help.aldi.co.uk/s or contact customer services on 0800 042 0800.
Open the FSA notice
Questions
Why has Chicken Cooked Meat Trimmings been recalled?
Plastic from packaging or equipment may have got into Chicken Cooked Meat Trimmings. Hard or sharp plastic can injure the mouth and throat, and small pieces are a choking risk, especially for children.
How do I know if my product is affected?
Compare the batch code and use by 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?
Do not eat it, and do not try to remove the pieces. Keep it away from children until it is returned or thrown away.
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.
Where was Chicken Cooked Meat Trimmings sold?
The notice names Aldi. Products bought elsewhere are covered too if they match the details listed.
