Allergy alertFSA
M&S Milk Chocolate Honeycomb recalled over undeclared peanuts
Marks & Spencer is recalling M&S Milk Chocolate Honeycomb because it may contain peanuts which are not mentioned on the label. This means the product is a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy to 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.
M&S Milk Chocolate Honeycomb 120g
- Lot numberPrinted on the pack or label, usually beside the date.
- 5242
- Best beforeOn the lid, base or back of the pack.
- 12 May 2026
What to do now
This is an allergy alert: peanuts is in M&S Milk Chocolate Honeycomb without being properly declared. If you or someone you buy for avoids peanuts, do not eat it.
- If you are allergic to or intolerant of peanuts, do not eat it.
- Make sure children, carers and anyone you shop for know not to eat it.
- Return it to M&S 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. 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
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-61-2025). Quoted as issued.
Summary
Marks & Spencer is recalling M&S Milk Chocolate Honeycomb because it may contain peanuts which are not mentioned on the label. This means the product is a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy to peanuts.
The risk
Peanuts
This product may contain peanuts making it a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy to peanuts.
Action taken
Marks & Spencer 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. Please see the attached notice.
Advice to consumers
If you have bought the above product and have an allergy to peanuts, do not eat it. Instead return it to your nearest store for a full refund. For more information, please contact Marks & Spencer on 03330 148555.
Open the FSA notice
Questions
Why has M&S Milk Chocolate Honeycomb been recalled?
This is an allergy alert: peanuts is in M&S Milk Chocolate Honeycomb without being properly declared. If you or someone you buy for avoids peanuts, do not eat it. 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 lot number 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, 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 peanuts. If nobody in your home is allergic to or intolerant of peanuts, the product is not otherwise unsafe, although you can still return it.
