Product recallFSA
Waitrose No1 Deeside Mineral and Sparkling Waters recalled over possible glass pieces
Waitrose is recalling Waitrose No1 Deeside Mineral Water and Waitrose No1 Deeside Sparkling Water because of the possible presence of glass fragments upon opening the bottles.
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.
5 identifiers listed for this notice.
Waitrose No1 Deeside Mineral Water 750ml
- Batch codePrinted on the pack, often next to the date mark. It may start with L or LOT.
- NOV 2027 28. DEC 2027 01. DEC 2027 02. DEC 2027 10. DEC 2027 11. DEC 2027 16.
- Best beforeOn the lid, base or back of the pack.
- November 2027
- December 2027
Waitrose No1 Deeside Sparkling Water 750ml
- Batch code
- DEC 2027 01. DEC 2027 03. DEC 2027 12. DEC 2027 15. DEC 2027 25.
- Best before
- December 2027
What to do now
Waitrose No1 Deeside Mineral and Sparkling Waters has been recalled because of possible glass fragments. Do not try to sieve or check the product yourself.
- Do not eat it, and do not decant it to look for pieces.
- Keep the pack sealed, out of reach of children, until you return or dispose of it.
- Take it back to Waitrose 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. A foreign body such as glass can cut the mouth, throat or gut. Because fragments are often small and clear, inspecting the food is not a reliable test.
Symptoms and when to get help
Look out for
- pain in the mouth, throat or chest
- difficulty swallowing
Get help urgently
- bleeding from the mouth, vomiting blood, or dark, tar-like poo — go to A&E or call 999
- severe stomach pain after eating the product
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-55-2025). Quoted as issued.
Summary
Waitrose is recalling Waitrose No1 Deeside Mineral Water and Waitrose No1 Deeside Sparkling Water because of the possible presence of glass fragments upon opening the bottles.
The risk
The product may contain glass which may cause injury and makes it unsafe to drink.
Action taken
Waitrose is recalling the above products. Point of sale notices will be displayed in all retail stores that are selling this product. 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 drink it. Instead, return it to the store from where it was bought for a full refund. For more information contact: Waitrose Customer Care 0800 188 884 Option 4.
Open the FSA notice
Questions
Why has Waitrose No1 Deeside Mineral and Sparkling Waters been recalled?
Waitrose No1 Deeside Mineral and Sparkling Waters has been recalled because of possible glass fragments. Do not try to sieve or check the product yourself. A foreign body such as glass can cut the mouth, throat or gut. Because fragments are often small and clear, inspecting the food is not a reliable test.
How do I know if my product is affected?
Compare the batch code and 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, and do not decant it to look for pieces. Keep the pack sealed, out of reach of children, until you return or dispose of 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.
Where was Waitrose No1 Deeside Mineral and Sparkling Waters sold?
The notice names Waitrose. Products bought elsewhere are covered too if they match the details listed.
