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Natco Curried Chick Peas withdrawn

Natco Foods has withdrawn two batches of curried chick peas because the product contains mustard, which is not mentioned on the label. This makes the prodcuct a possible health risk for anyone who is sensitive to mustard. The Agency has issued an Allergy Alert.

Anyone who is sensitive to mustard is advised not to eat this product.

Product description

Product:Natco Curried Chick Peas (400g)

Batch:
0237/01-16 (Best before end Aug 2012) and
0312/01-16 (Best before end Nov 2012)

Natco Foods is withdrawing the affected cans of chick peas from sale and has advised their customers who have been supplied with the product to alert consumers with a mustard intolerance or allergy. Natco has also contacted the relevant allergy support organisations.

No other Natco Foods products are known to be affected.

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