Allergy alertFSA
XXL Ocean Sea Cooked and Peeled Large Prawns recalled over undeclared sulphites
Lidl GB is recalling XXL Ocean Sea Cooked & Peeled Large Prawns because they contain sulphites which are not mentioned on the label. This means the product is a possible health risk for anyone with 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.
XXL Ocean Sea Cooked & Peeled Large Prawns 1kg
- Best beforeOn the lid, base or back of the pack.
- January 2025
What to do now
XXL Ocean Sea Cooked and Peeled Large Prawns contains sulphur dioxide and/or sulphites, but this is not shown correctly on the label. That makes it a possible health risk for anyone who is allergic to or intolerant of sulphur dioxide and/or sulphites.
- If you are allergic to or intolerant of sulphur dioxide and/or sulphites, do not eat it.
- Make sure children, carers and anyone you shop for know not to eat it.
- You can return it to Lidl for your money back.
- Only the packs listed below are affected, so check your pack before throwing it away.
Why it matters. Sulphites (sulphur dioxide) are preservatives that can trigger asthma symptoms in sensitive 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
Recalled food can be returned to the shop it came from for a full refund. Supermarkets and most independent shops do this without a receipt, because the recall applies to the product, not to your purchase.
If you bought it online or on a delivery, contact the retailer through your account or customer services and tell them the product is under an FSA recall.
From the official notice
Published by the Food Standards Agency (FSA-AA-56-2023). Quoted as issued.
Summary
Lidl GB is recalling XXL Ocean Sea Cooked & Peeled Large Prawns because they contain sulphites which are not mentioned on the label. This means the product is a possible health risk for anyone with a sensitivity to sulphur dioxide and/or sulphites.
The risk
Sulphites
This product contains sulphites making it a possible health risk for anyone with a sensitivity to sulphur dioxide and/or sulphites.
Action taken
Lidl GB is recalling the above product from customers and has been asked 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.
Advice to consumers
If you have bought the above product and have a sensitivity to sulphur dioxide and/or sulphites, 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 Lidl customer care on 0203 966 5566 or email customer.care@lidl.co.uk.
Open the FSA notice
Questions
Why has XXL Ocean Sea Cooked and Peeled Large Prawns been recalled?
XXL Ocean Sea Cooked and Peeled Large Prawns contains sulphur dioxide and/or sulphites, but this is not shown correctly on the label. That makes it a possible health risk for anyone who is allergic to or intolerant of sulphur dioxide and/or sulphites. Sulphites (sulphur dioxide) are preservatives that can trigger asthma symptoms in sensitive people.
How do I know if my product is affected?
Compare the 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 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?
Recalled food can be returned to the shop it came from for a full refund. Supermarkets and most independent shops do this without a receipt, because the recall applies to the product, not to your purchase. If you bought it online or on a delivery, contact the retailer through your account or customer services and tell them the product is under an FSA recall.
Is it safe for people without this allergy?
Yes. An allergy alert means the label is wrong for people who must avoid sulphur dioxide and/or sulphites. If nobody in your home is allergic to or intolerant of sulphur dioxide and/or sulphites, the product is not otherwise unsafe, although you can still return it.
