Tejal Somvanshi
Baxter’s Food Group has issued a recall for their Sliced Gherkins Crunchy & Sweet product after discovering it contains mustard not listed on the label. This poses health risks for people with mustard allergies.
The affected 540g jars have batch codes 2400059, 2400060, 2400061, 2400062, and 2400063, with best-before dates of June and July 2026.
“This product contains mustard making it a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy to mustard,” states the Food Standards Agency (FSA) in their February 28, 2025 alert.
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Consumers with mustard allergies should not eat these products. Instead, they should dispose of them and contact Baxter’s customer care at 0800 389 8389 or [email protected] for a replacement.
The company has taken appropriate steps by alerting relevant allergy support organizations and placing point-of-sale notices for customers explaining the recall.
This recall highlights the importance of accurate food labeling for consumer safety. Food safety authorities worldwide continue to monitor and enforce proper allergen labeling to protect consumers with food allergies.
Recent trends show rising food safety alerts due to undeclared allergens and contamination risks, emphasizing the critical need for accurate labeling and regular compliance checks by food manufacturers.
FAQ
Baxter’s Food Group is recalling Baxter’s Sliced Gherkins Crunchy & Sweet in 540g jars. The affected batch codes are 2400059, 2400060, 2400061, 2400062, and 2400063 with best-before dates of June 2026 and July 2026.
The products are being recalled because they contain mustard which is not mentioned on the label. This poses a health risk for individuals with mustard allergies.
If you have a mustard allergy, do not eat the product. Dispose of it and contact Baxter’s customer care team at 0800 389 8389 or [email protected] for a replacement. If you don’t have a mustard allergy, the product is safe for you to consume.
Check the batch code on your jar. The affected codes are 2400059, 2400060, 2400061, 2400062, and 2400063. Also check the best-before date, which should be June 2026 or July 2026 for the affected products.
Symptoms of a mustard allergy can range from mild to severe and may include hives, itching, swelling (especially of lips, face, tongue and throat), difficulty breathing, abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and in severe cases, anaphylaxis. If you experience severe symptoms after consuming food containing mustard, seek immediate medical attention.
Baxter’s Food Group has recalled the affected products from customers and has contacted relevant allergy support organizations to inform their members about the recall. The company has also issued point-of-sale notices to customers explaining why the product is being recalled and what to do if they have bought it.
