allergen Alert: Tayto Waffles Bacon Flavour Crisps Recalled in Ireland
Table of Contents
- 1. allergen Alert: Tayto Waffles Bacon Flavour Crisps Recalled in Ireland
- 2. Soya Scare: Undeclared Allergen Prompts Recall
- 3. Check Your Bags: Identifying the Affected Batch
- 4. Official Statement and Consumer Advice
- 5. Beyond Food: TK Maxx Recalls Hair Straighteners Over Safety Concerns
- 6. protecting Consumers: A Reminder to check for Recalls
- 7. How often should manufacturers conduct routine quality control checks to prevent issues like the soya allergen incident?
- 8. Expert Insights: Ensuring Consumer safety Thru Effective Recalls
- 9. Interview with Susan O’Reilly, Regulatory Affairs Manager at Tayto Snacks
- 10. Understanding Recalls: A Necessary Safety measure
- 11. Allergen Alert: The Soya Scare at Tayto
- 12. Identifying Affected Products: Check Your Bags
- 13. regulatory Pressures and Industry Standards
- 14. Consumer Engagement and Education
- 15. Final Thoughts: Collaboration and Continuous Advancement
Irish consumers are being warned about a potential health risk associated wiht a popular snack. Tayto Snacks has issued a voluntary recall for its Tayto Waffles Bacon Flavour 100g Sharing Bag due to an undeclared allergen.
Soya Scare: Undeclared Allergen Prompts Recall
The recall,initiated in late February 2025,specifically targets bags where soya is present but not listed in the ingredients. This poses a significant risk to individuals with soya allergies or intolerances, who may experience adverse reactions if they consume the affected product.
- Product: Tayto Waffles bacon Flavour 100g Sharing Bag
- Issue: Undeclared soya allergen
- Risk: Allergic reaction for individuals with soya allergies or intolerances
Check Your Bags: Identifying the Affected Batch
Consumers who have purchased Tayto Waffles Bacon Flavour crisps are urged to check the packaging for specific details that identify the recalled batch. The key information to look for is the “best before” date and the time stamp.
- Best Before Date: July 3, 2025
- Time stamp: 01:20 a.m. – 06:05 a.m.
if your bag matches this information, it is part of the recalled batch and should not be consumed if you have a soya allergy or intolerance.
Official Statement and Consumer Advice
Tayto officials have addressed the situation, advising customers with soya allergies or intolerances to avoid eating the affected batch.The company has issued a formal statement regarding the recall: “Tayto Snacks is issuing a voluntary product recall. Undeclared soya allergen found to be present in a small number of packs of the below listed product. The below batches of Tayto Waffles may contain soya which is not declared in the list of ingredients. The affected batch may be unsafe for consumers who are allergic to or intolerant of soya and therefore these consumers should not eat the implicated batch.”
The company further stated, “This recall has been initiated in the best interests of our consumers and we sincerely apologise for any inconvenience caused.”
Beyond Food: TK Maxx Recalls Hair Straighteners Over Safety Concerns
In related recall news, TK Maxx and Homesense are recalling the Elgetec Pro Hair Straighteners Salon Iron Platinum Edition. “The risk presented by this product is fire and explosion,” according to the retailer. The plug and fuse do not meet required safety standards. the bar code is 7426978603181. “Customers should stop using the product instantly and return it to any TK Maxx or homesense store for a full refund.” The product was sold between January 2019 and December 2022.Customers with questions can email TK Maxx at [email protected] or call on 01 2476126.
protecting Consumers: A Reminder to check for Recalls
Product recalls are essential measures taken to protect consumers from potential hazards. Whether it’s an undeclared allergen in a food product or a safety defect in an electrical appliance, staying informed about recalls is crucial. Always check product packaging for relevant information and heed the advice of manufacturers and regulatory agencies. If you have purchased the affected Tayto Waffles Bacon Flavour crisps with the specified “best before” date and time stamp, or the Elgetec Pro Hair Straighteners, do not consume or use them. Your health and safety are paramount.
How often should manufacturers conduct routine quality control checks to prevent issues like the soya allergen incident?
Expert Insights: Ensuring Consumer safety Thru Effective Recalls
Interview with Susan O’Reilly, Regulatory Affairs Manager at Tayto Snacks
considering the recent recall of Tayto Waffles Bacon Flavour crisps due to an undeclared allergen, we sat down with Susan O’Reilly, regulatory Affairs Manager at tayto Snacks, to discuss the importance of recalls, the challenges of allergen management, and the steps consumers can take to protect themselves.
Understanding Recalls: A Necessary Safety measure
Archyde: Can you explain the purpose of product recalls and why they are crucial for consumer safety?
Susan O’Reilly: Product recalls are vital mechanisms to ensure consumer safety and protect public health.When a problem is identified with a product that could pose a risk to consumers, recalls help to remove those perhaps hazardous products from the market swiftly and effectively.
Allergen Alert: The Soya Scare at Tayto
Archyde: can you walk us through the finding and handling of the soya allergen issue in your Waffles Bacon Flavour crisps?
Susan O’Reilly: We identified the issue during our routine quality control checks. Upon discovering that soya was present in some bags but not declared in the ingredients, we immediatly took action to initiate a recall. Our priority was, and continues to be, the safety and well-being of our consumers.
Identifying Affected Products: Check Your Bags
Archyde: How can consumers determine if their crisps are part of the recalled batch?
Susan O’Reilly: we’ve instructed consumers to check their packaging for the “best before” date (July 3, 2025) and the time stamp (01:20 a.m. – 06:05 a.m.). If their bag matches this facts, it’s crucial they do not consume the crisps if they have a soya allergy or intolerance.
regulatory Pressures and Industry Standards
Archyde: How do regulatory pressures and industry standards influence the way recalls are handled?
Susan O’Reilly: Both regulatory bodies and industry standards play a significant role in recall management. They ensure that our processes are clear, robust, and prioritize consumer safety. We continually strive to meet and exceed these standards.
Consumer Engagement and Education
archyde: What steps can consumers take to better protect themselves from such incidents and stay informed about recalls?
Susan O’Reilly: Consumers should always read and heed product labels and packaging. They should also regularly check announcements from manufacturers and regulatory agencies. Being proactive and vigilant is key to safeguarding their health.
Final Thoughts: Collaboration and Continuous Advancement
Archyde: Given the prevalence of allergens in food products, what can be done to enhance allergen management across the industry?
Susan O’Reilly: Collaboration between manufacturers, regulators, and consumers is vital.By sharing best practices, continuously improving our processes, and engaging in open dialog, we can work together to enhance allergen management and safeguard consumers.
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