Allergy alertFSA
Taiko Chicken Katsu Bites with Teri Mayo Sauce recalled over undeclared fish or shellfish
Taiko Foods is recalling Taiko Chicken Katsu Bites with Teri Mayo Sauce because some packs have been mispacked with prawn bites that contain crustaceans which are not mentioned on the label. This means the product is a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy to crustaceans.
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.
Taiko Chicken Katsu Bites with Teri Mayo Sauce 98g
- Use byOn the lid, sleeve or label.
- 10 February 2023
What to do now
The label on Taiko Chicken Katsu Bites with Teri Mayo Sauce does not tell people about the crustaceans it contains. For everyone else the product is safe to eat; for people with an allergy to crustaceans, it is not.
- If you are allergic to or intolerant of crustaceans, do not eat it.
- Make sure children, carers and anyone you shop for know not to eat it.
- Take it back to the shop where you bought it and ask for a refund.
- Only the packs listed below are affected, so check your pack before throwing it away.
Why it matters. Fish, crustaceans (such as prawns and crab) and molluscs (such as mussels and squid) are separate allergens, and reactions to shellfish can be severe.
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
The quickest route is to take the pack, or a photo of its label, back to the shop. Most retailers refund recalled products without proof of purchase.
If a shop refuses, the Citizens Advice consumer helpline (0808 223 1133), Advice Direct Scotland (0808 164 6000) or Consumerline in Northern Ireland (0300 123 6262) can tell you what to do next.
From the official notice
Published by the Food Standards Agency (FSA-AA-09-2023). Quoted as issued.
Summary
Taiko Foods is recalling Taiko Chicken Katsu Bites with Teri Mayo Sauce because some packs have been mispacked with prawn bites that contain crustaceans which are not mentioned on the label. This means the product is a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy to crustaceans.
The risk
Crustaceans
This product contains crustaceans, making it a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy to crustaceans.
Action taken
Taiko Foods 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 recall notice to its customers, which explains to customers why the product is being recalled and tells 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 crustaceans, do not eat it. Instead, return it to your nearest store for a full refund. For more information call 02087491515 or email enquiries@taikofoods.co.uk.
Open the FSA notice
Questions
Why has Taiko Chicken Katsu Bites with Teri Mayo Sauce been recalled?
The label on Taiko Chicken Katsu Bites with Teri Mayo Sauce does not tell people about the crustaceans it contains. For everyone else the product is safe to eat; for people with an allergy to crustaceans, it is not. Fish, crustaceans (such as prawns and crab) and molluscs (such as mussels and squid) are separate allergens, and reactions to shellfish can be severe.
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 crustaceans, do not eat it. Make sure children, carers and anyone you shop for know not to eat it.
Can I get a refund?
The quickest route is to take the pack, or a photo of its label, back to the shop. Most retailers refund recalled products without proof of purchase. If a shop refuses, the Citizens Advice consumer helpline (0808 223 1133), Advice Direct Scotland (0808 164 6000) or Consumerline in Northern Ireland (0300 123 6262) can tell you what to do next.
Is it safe for people without this allergy?
Yes. An allergy alert means the label is wrong for people who must avoid crustaceans. If nobody in your home is allergic to or intolerant of crustaceans, the product is not otherwise unsafe, although you can still return it.
