Product recallFSAUpdated
Cape Herb and Spice products recalled over possible plastic pieces
Terry Smyth Ltd is extending its recall of various Cape Herb and Spice products, which may contain pieces of plastic, to include additional Best-Before dates. The possible presence of plastic makes these products unsafe to eat.
Check your product
Only products that match these details are covered. Have your pack in front of you.
Cape Herb and Spice Seasoned Salt 240g
- Affected
- All best before dates from 01 January 2026 to 31 July 2027
Cape Herb and Spice Extra Bold Peppercorns 185g
- Affected
- All best before dates from 01 January 2026 to 31 July 2027
Cape Herb and Spice Salt & Pepper 310g
- Affected
- All best before dates from 01 January 2026 to 31 July 2027
Cape Herb and Spice Himalayan Pink Salt 390g
- Affected
- All best before dates from 01 January 2026 to 31 July 2027
Cape Herb and Spice Sizzling Steak House Seasoning 230g
- Affected
- All best before dates from 01 January 2026 to 31 July 2027
Cape Herb and Spice Atlantic Sea Salt 380g
- Affected
- All best before dates from 01 January 2026 to 31 July 2027
Cape Herb and Spice Chilli & Garlic 190g
- Affected
- All best before dates from 01 January 2026 to 31 July 2027
Cape Herb and Spice Rainbow Pepper 175g
- Affected
- All best before dates from 01 January 2026 to 31 July 2027
What to do now
Cape Herb and Spice products has been recalled because plastic fragments have been found in some packs.
- Do not eat it, and do not try to remove the pieces.
- Keep it away from children until it is returned or thrown away.
- 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-03-2025). Quoted as issued.
Summary
Terry Smyth Ltd is extending its recall of various Cape Herb and Spice products, which may contain pieces of plastic, to include additional Best-Before dates. The possible presence of plastic makes these products unsafe to eat.
The risk
These products may contain pieces of plastic which makes them unsafe to eat.
Action taken
Terry Smyth Ltd is recalling the above products. Point of sale notices will be displayed in retail stores in Northern Ireland that are selling the products. These notices explain to customers why the products are being recalled and tell them what to do if they have bought the products. Please see the attached notice.
Advice to consumers
If you have bought any of the above products, do not eat them. Instead, return them to the store from where they were bought for a full refund.
Open the FSA notice
Questions
Why has Cape Herb and Spice products been recalled?
Cape Herb and Spice products 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?
The notice describes the affected product rather than listing codes. Compare the product name, pack size and where you bought it with the official notice.
What should I do now?
Do not eat it, and do not try to remove the pieces. Keep it away from children until it is returned or thrown away.
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.
