Tesco Recalls Own-Brand Pâtés Due to Microbiological Risk: What Customers Need to Know
Tesco has issued a recall for three of its own-brand pâtés due to concerns about a potential microbiological risk, making them unsafe for consumption. The Food Standards Agency (FSA) reported that the products were labelled with an incorrect use-by date, affecting Tesco Coarse Farmhouse Pâté (170g), Tesco Coarse Ardennes Pâté (170g), and Tesco Smooth Chicken Liver Pâté (170g). Customers who purchased these products are advised not to eat them and to return them to the store for a full refund.
Tesco has initiated the recall process for the affected pâtés, with notices displayed in stores selling the products. The FSA highlighted the microbiological risk associated with consuming these items due to the misprinted use-by date. Tesco has apologized for the error and assured customers that no other products from the company are impacted by the recall. Customers can return the products to any Tesco store for a refund, even without a receipt.
In a statement, Tesco emphasized the importance of customer safety and reiterated that only the specific batches of pâtés with the incorrect use-by date are subject to the recall. The supermarket giant expressed regret for any inconvenience caused and reassured customers that their other products are safe for consumption. The recall process aims to ensure that customers are protected from any potential health risks associated with the affected pâtés.
As Tesco and Sainsbury's prepare to release their festive trading updates, the focus is on their performance during the holiday season. Tesco's upcoming figures will reveal its performance in the competitive retail landscape, with Chief Executive Ken Murphy highlighting the industry's intense competition. Sainsbury's, on the other hand, has raised its earnings outlook following a strong half-year performance, indicating positive results for the company.
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