Product recallFSA
Carley’s Organic Light Raw Tahini recalled over possible metal pieces
Carley’s are recalling Carley’s Organic Light Raw Tahini because it may contain pieces of metal. The possible presence of metal makes this product unsafe to eat.
Check your product
Only products that match these details are covered. Have your pack in front of you.
2 identifiers listed for this notice.
Carley’s Organic Light Raw Tahini 250g and 425g
- Batch codePrinted on the pack, often next to the date mark. It may start with L or LOT.
- TR4130
- Best beforeOn the lid, base or back of the pack.
- 16 December 2025
What to do now
Carley’s Organic Light Raw Tahini is being recalled because metal fragments have been found or could be present.
- Do not eat it, even after a careful look.
- Keep it out of reach of children until you return or bin it.
- Take it back to the shop where you bought it for a full refund, or throw it away if you prefer. You do not usually need a receipt.
- If you froze some or put it into another container, check those portions too.
Why it matters. Metal fragments can break teeth or cut the mouth and throat. Processing lines use metal detectors, and a recall like this usually means a fault was found after products had left.
Symptoms and when to get help
Look out for
- pain in the mouth or throat
- a chipped or broken tooth
Get help urgently
- bleeding, vomiting blood or severe stomach pain — go to A&E or 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
Shops selling the product will display a point-of-sale notice and accept returns. You are entitled to your money back; you are not obliged to accept a voucher or replacement unless you want one.
Under the Consumer Rights Act 2015, food must be of satisfactory quality and as described. A recalled product does not meet that standard.
From the official notice
Published by the Food Standards Agency (FSA-PRIN-41-2024). Quoted as issued.
Summary
Carley’s are recalling Carley’s Organic Light Raw Tahini because it may contain pieces of metal. The possible presence of metal makes this product unsafe to eat.
The risk
This product may contain pieces of metal which makes it unsafe to eat.
Action taken
Carley’s is recalling the above product. Point of sale notices will be displayed in all retail stores that are selling this product. These notices explain to customers why the products are being recalled and tell them what to do if they have bought the product. Please see the attached notice.
Advice to consumers
If you have bought the above product do not eat it. Instead, return it to the store from where it was bought for a full refund with or without a receipt. For more information contact Carley’s on 01872 560831 or email organic@carleys.co.uk.
Open the FSA notice
Questions
Why has Carley’s Organic Light Raw Tahini been recalled?
Carley’s Organic Light Raw Tahini is being recalled because metal fragments have been found or could be present. Metal fragments can break teeth or cut the mouth and throat. Processing lines use metal detectors, and a recall like this usually means a fault was found after products had left.
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?
Do not eat it, even after a careful look. Keep it out of reach of children until you return or bin it.
Can I get a refund?
Shops selling the product will display a point-of-sale notice and accept returns. You are entitled to your money back; you are not obliged to accept a voucher or replacement unless you want one. Under the Consumer Rights Act 2015, food must be of satisfactory quality and as described. A recalled product does not meet that standard.
