Allergy alertFSA
Happy Easter Egg Hunt bag recalled over undeclared peanuts, nuts and other allergens
The Card Factory is recalling Happy Easter Egg Hunt bag because it contains milk, peanuts, and soya which are not listed in English on the label. The product also states that it may contain cereals containing gluten, egg, and other nuts. This means the product is a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy to nuts, peanuts and/or soya, and/or an allergy or intolerance to cereals containing gluten, egg and/or milk or milk constituents.
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.
Happy Easter Egg Hunt bag 198g
- Best beforeOn the lid, base or back of the pack.
- end date: January 2024
What to do now
The label on Happy Easter Egg Hunt bag does not tell people about the peanuts, nuts, milk, egg, gluten and soya it contains. For everyone else the product is safe to eat; for people with an allergy to peanuts, nuts, milk, egg, gluten and soya, it is not.
- If you are allergic to or intolerant of peanuts, nuts, milk, egg, gluten and soya, 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. 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
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-15-2023). Quoted as issued.
Summary
The Card Factory is recalling Happy Easter Egg Hunt bag because it contains milk, peanuts, and soya which are not listed in English on the label. The product also states that it may contain cereals containing gluten, egg, and other nuts. This means the product is a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy to nuts, peanuts and/or soya, and/or an allergy or intolerance to cereals containing gluten, egg and/or milk or milk constituents.
The risk
Milk, peanuts, soya. It may also contain other cereals containing gluten, egg and nuts.
This product contains milk, peanuts, and soya which are not listed in English on the label. The product also states that it may contain cereals containing gluten, egg and other nuts. This means the product is a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy to nuts, peanuts and/or soya, and/or an allergy or intolerance to cereals containing gluten, egg and/or milk or milk constituents
Action taken
The Card Factory 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.
Advice to consumers
If you have bought the above product and have an allergy to nuts, peanuts and/or soya, and/or an allergy or intolerance to cereals containing gluten, egg and/or milk or milk constituents do not eat it. Instead, return it to a Card Factory store for a full refund. For further enquiries please contact customerservice@cardfactory.co.uk
Open the FSA notice
Questions
Why has Happy Easter Egg Hunt bag been recalled?
The label on Happy Easter Egg Hunt bag does not tell people about the peanuts, nuts, milk, egg, gluten and soya it contains. For everyone else the product is safe to eat; for people with an allergy to peanuts, nuts, milk, egg, gluten and soya, it is not. 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 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, nuts, milk, egg, gluten and soya, 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 peanuts, nuts, milk, egg, gluten and soya. If nobody in your home is allergic to or intolerant of peanuts, nuts, milk, egg, gluten and soya, the product is not otherwise unsafe, although you can still return it.
