Product recallFSA
6 Pains Au Chocolat recalled over mould or spoilage
St Pierre is recalling 6 Pains Au Chocolat because of the possible presence of mould.
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.
St Pierre 6 Pains Au Chocolat 6 pack
- Best beforeOn the lid, base or back of the pack.
- 17 September 2023
- 25 September 2023
- 01 October 2023
What to do now
Some packs of 6 Pains Au Chocolat may be spoiled before their date. The business is taking them back rather than leaving shoppers to spot it.
- Do not eat it, including packs that look normal.
- If the container is swollen or fizzing, open nothing and keep it upright in a bag.
- 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. Spoiled food is not always dangerous, but mould can produce toxins and a swollen or fizzing pack can mean the product has not been kept stable. The agency treats it as unfit to eat.
Symptoms and when to get help
Look out for
- feeling sick or being sick
- diarrhoea
- stomach cramps
- a high temperature
- feeling generally unwell, tired or achy
Get help urgently
- signs of dehydration, such as passing little or no pee, feeling dizzy or very thirsty
- blood in your poo or bleeding from the bottom
- symptoms that are not improving after a few days, or keep coming back
- a baby, a young child, someone pregnant, someone older or someone with a weakened immune system is unwell
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-28-2023). Quoted as issued.
Summary
St Pierre is recalling 6 Pains Au Chocolat because of the possible presence of mould.
The risk
The possible presence of mould may make the product unsafe to eat.
Action taken
St Pierre is recalling the above product and has issued point-of-sale notices to their 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 any of the above product do not eat it. Instead, return it to your nearest store for a full refund. You do not need your receipt. If you would like any further information please contact: enquiries@stpierregroupe.com
Open the FSA notice
Questions
Why has 6 Pains Au Chocolat been recalled?
Some packs of 6 Pains Au Chocolat may be spoiled before their date. The business is taking them back rather than leaving shoppers to spot it. Spoiled food is not always dangerous, but mould can produce toxins and a swollen or fizzing pack can mean the product has not been kept stable. The agency treats it as unfit to eat.
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?
Do not eat it, including packs that look normal. If the container is swollen or fizzing, open nothing and keep it upright in a bag.
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.
