A range of popular items have been recalled as they pose a risk to the public
This week, a number of product and food recalls have been issued, with customers warned about the dangers. There have been several recalls that could pose a health risk.
A popular variety of porridge has been pulled from shelves, and customers have been urged not to consume it following a mouse contamination. Meanwhile, a packaging error has led to the wrong food product appearing in place of another.
Products have also been recalled, including a counterfeit Labubu toy, board game and cleanser. If you have any of the items listed, follow the official advice provided.
Food recalls
Burgers
Heck, which is known for its pork and chicken sausages and burgers, has confirmed that a batch of one of its burgers has been pulled from shelves following a packaging error.
The brand, which is available at major supermarkets, explained that certain batches of the Heck Minted Lamb Burgers had been swapped with an entirely different product.
The affected batches were incorrectly packaged with Heck Steak and Butter Burger, while displaying the Minted Lamb sleeve. Shoppers who have purchased the affected batch are being urged not to consume them, particularly those with an allergy or intolerance to milk or its constituents.
Recalled product – Heck Minted Lamb Burgers 2 Pack 320g Use by date: 03/04/26
Porridge
The Food Standards Agency (FSA) has issued an alert covering several MOMA porridge products due to potential mouse contamination.
The affected items are stocked at major supermarkets including Waitrose, Ocado, Tesco, Morrisons and others. If you have purchased any of the products listed below, do not consume them under any circumstances – return them to the retailer for a full refund.
Recalled products
MOMA Almond Butter & Salted Caramel Porridge Pot 55g
- Pack size: 1pk 8pk 12pk
- Lot number: M5296, M5297, M5303, M5304, M5315, M5339, M5342
- Best before: 23/10/26 – 05/12/26
MOMA Apple, Cinnamon & Brown Sugar Porridge Pot 65g
- Pack size: 1pk 8pk
- Lot number: M5261, M5328, M5329, M6026, M6027
- Best before: 18/09/26 – 26/01/27
MOMA Banana & Peanut Butter Protein Porridge Pot 65g
- Pack size: 1pk 8pk
- Lot number: M5248, M5251, M5304, M5307
- Best before: 05/09/26 – 31/10/26
MOMA Blueberry & Vanilla Porridge Pot 65g
- Pack size: 1pk 8pk
- Lot number: M5283, M5284, M5285, M5335, M5336, M6027, M6028
- Best before: 10/10/26 – 27/01/27
MOMA Cranberry & Raisin Porridge Pot 70g
- Pack size: 1pk 8pk 12pk
- Lot number: M5293, M5294, M5295, M5321, M5322, M5329, M5330, M5331
- Best before: 20/10/26 – 26/11/26
MOMA Golden Syrup Porridge Pot 70g
- Pack size: 1pk 8pk 12pk
- Lot number: M5241, M5244, M5245, M5261, M5293, M5311, M5314, M5346, M5349
- Best before: 29/08/26 – 12/12/26
MOMA Plain No-Added Sugar Porridge Pot 65g
- Pack size: 1pk 12pk
- Lot number: M5279, M5280, M5281, M5308, M5309, M5310, M5311, M5345
- Best before: 06/10/26 – 11/12/26
MOMA Almond Butter & Salted Caramel Porridge Sachets 7x40g
- Pack size: 1pk 5pk
- Lot number: M5289, M5290
- Best before: 15/10/26
MOMA Apple, Cinnamon & Brown Sugar Porridge Sachets 6x40g
- Pack size: 1pk 5pk
- Lot number: M5293, M5294, M5295
- Best before: 19/10/26
Product recalls
Board game
Kluster (Magnetic Game) from Borderline Editions is being recalled by the manufacturer, as the game contains small, powerful magnets that could present a health risk if swallowed.
The game, which is stocked in retailers including supermarkets Asda and Waitrose, could present a particularly serious safety risk to children.
Recalled product – Kluster (Magnetic Game), Borderline EditionsDate: Sold from August 2024 Barcode number: EAN: 3770003625605
Cleanser
Mölnlycke Health Care is recalling three batches of Hibiwash, which is stocked in major retailers such as Boots and Superdrug. The following Hibiwash batch numbers are currently included in the recall: 5156042, 5156043, and 5156093.
Contamination with Burkholderia cepacia was identified at a manufacturing site during routine weekly monitoring. Medicines and Healthcare Products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) said that there have been no reports of harm caused by the contamination and the risk is low.
It added: “The risk from Burkholderia cepacia is very low for most people, but some patient groups are at a higher risk and may be more vulnerable to infection. This includes patients who have cystic fibrosis or are awaiting lung transplant.”
Labubu-style toy
This week, the Office for Product Safety and Standards (OPSS) issued a product recall notice for a counterfeit Labubu. The toy is described as a green Labubu-style soft-filled toy with spinning tail (pull cord), approximately 17cm high.
The OPSS said: “The product presents a serious risk of choking as the keyring attachment and right foot can easily detach. This creates a small part which fits entirely within a small parts cylinder.
“The small parts pose a choking hazard to young children, particularly those under 36 months of age who have a natural tendency to explore objects by placing them in their mouths.” As a result, the OPSS said the products have been removed from sale by the local distributor
