Allergy alertFSA
Co-op Irresistible Luxury Lasagne Al Forno recalled over undeclared mustard and sulphur dioxide and/or sulphites
Co-op recalls Co-op Irresistible Luxury Lasagne Al Forno because it may contain mustard and sulphites which are not declared on the label. This means the product is a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy to mustard and/or a sensitivity to sulphur dioxide and/or sulphites.
Check your product
Only products that match these details are covered. Have your pack in front of you.
Co-op Irresistible Luxury Lasagne Al Forno 700g
- Use byOn the lid, sleeve or label.
- 17 November 2024
What to do now
This is an allergy alert: mustard and sulphur dioxide and/or sulphites is in Co-op Irresistible Luxury Lasagne Al Forno without being properly declared. If you or someone you buy for avoids mustard and sulphur dioxide and/or sulphites, do not eat it.
- If you are allergic to or intolerant of mustard and sulphur dioxide and/or sulphites, do not eat it.
- Make sure children, carers and anyone you shop for know not to eat it.
- Return it to Co-op for a full refund, with or without a receipt.
- Only the packs listed below are affected, so check your pack before throwing it away.
Why it matters. Mustard allergy can be severe. Mustard is often hidden in dressings, sauces, marinades and spice mixes.
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
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-AA-53-2024). Quoted as issued.
Summary
Co-op recalls Co-op Irresistible Luxury Lasagne Al Forno because it may contain mustard and sulphites which are not declared on the label. This means the product is a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy to mustard and/or a sensitivity to sulphur dioxide and/or sulphites.
The risk
Mustard and Sulphites
The product may contain mustard and/or sulphites making it a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy to mustard and/or a sensitivity to sulphur dioxide and/or sulphites.
Action taken
Co-op is recalling the above product from customers and has contacted 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.
Advice to consumers
If you have bought the above product and have an allergy to mustard and/or a sensitivity to sulphur dioxide and/or sulphites do not consume it. Instead, dispose of the product. For a refund or replacement (subject to availability) please visit your local store. If you purchased online, you can receive a refund by calling 0330 041 7737. You can contact the customer careline on 0800 0686 727 or email via the product issues or returns section of the Co-op website.
Open the FSA notice
Questions
Why has Co-op Irresistible Luxury Lasagne Al Forno been recalled?
This is an allergy alert: mustard and sulphur dioxide and/or sulphites is in Co-op Irresistible Luxury Lasagne Al Forno without being properly declared. If you or someone you buy for avoids mustard and sulphur dioxide and/or sulphites, do not eat it. Mustard allergy can be severe. Mustard is often hidden in dressings, sauces, marinades and spice mixes.
How do I know if my product is affected?
Compare the 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?
If you are allergic to or intolerant of mustard and sulphur dioxide and/or sulphites, do not eat it. Make sure children, carers and anyone you shop for know not to eat 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.
Is it safe for people without this allergy?
Yes. An allergy alert means the label is wrong for people who must avoid mustard and sulphur dioxide and/or sulphites. If nobody in your home is allergic to or intolerant of mustard and sulphur dioxide and/or sulphites, the product is not otherwise unsafe, although you can still return it.
