Allergy alertFSA
Waitrose Indian Takeaway for 2 recalled over undeclared sesame and soya
Waitrose and Partners is recalling Waitrose Indian Takeaway for 2 because some packs have been mispacked with spring rolls, which contain sesame and soya, which are not mentioned on the label. This means the product is a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy to sesame and/or soya.
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.
Waitrose Indian Takeaway for 2 1412g
- Use byOn the lid, sleeve or label.
- 25 July 2025
What to do now
This is an allergy alert: sesame and soya is in Waitrose Indian Takeaway for 2 without being properly declared. If you or someone you buy for avoids sesame and soya, do not eat it.
- If you are allergic to or intolerant of sesame and soya, do not eat it.
- Make sure children, carers and anyone you shop for know not to eat it.
- Return it to Waitrose for a full refund, with or without a receipt.
- Only the packs listed below are affected, so check your pack before throwing it away.
Why it matters. Sesame allergy can cause severe reactions. Sesame often appears in seeded breads, tahini, hummus and some oils.
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
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-AA-37-2025). Quoted as issued.
Summary
Waitrose and Partners is recalling Waitrose Indian Takeaway for 2 because some packs have been mispacked with spring rolls, which contain sesame and soya, which are not mentioned on the label. This means the product is a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy to sesame and/or soya.
The risk
Sesame and soya
This product contains sesame and soya, making it a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy to sesame and soya.
Action taken
Waitrose and Partners 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 sesame and/or soya, do not eat it. Instead, return it to your local Waitrose and Partners branch for a full refund. Please contact Waitrose Customer Care on 0800 188 884, option 4, for further information.
Open the FSA notice
Questions
Why has Waitrose Indian Takeaway for 2 been recalled?
This is an allergy alert: sesame and soya is in Waitrose Indian Takeaway for 2 without being properly declared. If you or someone you buy for avoids sesame and soya, do not eat it. Sesame allergy can cause severe reactions. Sesame often appears in seeded breads, tahini, hummus and some oils.
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 sesame 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?
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.
Is it safe for people without this allergy?
Yes. An allergy alert means the label is wrong for people who must avoid sesame and soya. If nobody in your home is allergic to or intolerant of sesame and soya, the product is not otherwise unsafe, although you can still return it.
