Product recallFSA
Ramona’s Heavenly Original Houmous recalled over possible plastic pieces
Ramona’s is recalling Ramona’s Heavenly Original Houmous because it may contain pieces of plastic. The possible presence of plastic presents a possible choking hazard and makes this product unsafe to eat.
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.
Ramona’s Heavenly Original Houmous 500g
- Use byOn the lid, sleeve or label.
- 28 July 2023
What to do now
Ramona’s Heavenly Original Houmous has been recalled because plastic fragments have been found in some packs.
- Do not eat it, even if you cannot see anything wrong.
- Store it out of children’s reach until it goes back.
- 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. 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
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-17-2023). Quoted as issued.
Summary
Ramona’s is recalling Ramona’s Heavenly Original Houmous because it may contain pieces of plastic. The possible presence of plastic presents a possible choking hazard and makes this product unsafe to eat.
The risk
This product may contain pieces of plastic which presents a possible choking hazard and makes it unsafe to eat.
Action taken
Ramona’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 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 do not eat it. Instead, return it to the store from where it was purchased for a full refund.
Open the FSA notice
Questions
Why has Ramona’s Heavenly Original Houmous been recalled?
Ramona’s Heavenly Original Houmous has been recalled because plastic fragments have been found in some packs. 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 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, even if you cannot see anything wrong. Store it out of children’s reach until it goes back.
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.
