Check your fridges: Supermarket recalls popular beer brands sold across one state
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There's nothing quite like cracking open a cold bottle of beer to unwind after a long day.
However, a recent development might have some beer enthusiasts checking their fridges and pantries with a bit more scrutiny.
Coles Group issued an urgent recall for two popular beer products sold in their stores.
The beers in question were the Uberbrau Ultra Low Alcohol Lager, sold in 330ml six-packs and 660ml Henninger Lager Bottles.
Affected Uberbrau batches were manufactured on 12/11/2024 with an expiry date of 12/02/2026.
Meanwhile, affected Henninger bottles were manufactured on 05/12/2024, with an expiry date of 05/03/2026.
These beer products were sold across Western Australia through Liquorland, Coles Online, and First Choice Liquor Market.
According to a recall notice posted by Food Standards Australia and New Zealand (FSANZ), a chemical contamination on these products' outer packaging has been producing an unpleasant odour.
While the specifics of the chemical have not been disclosed, it may still pose a health risk.
'Chemical contamination, even when external, may leach into the product or cause indirect health hazards,' FSANZ noted.
'If consumed, such contamination may lead to gastrointestinal illness, nausea, or other adverse health effects, particularly for individuals sensitive to chemical residues.'
Those who may have already consumed the recalled products should seek medical attention immediately.
Several symptoms consumers should watch out for include nausea, headaches, dizziness, or any other unusual physical discomfort that could be attributed to chemical exposure.
If you have purchased either of these beers recently, check the bottles' packing and expiry dates immediately.
FSANZ warned consumers to refrain from drinking the contaminated product.
Instead, the products should be returned to the place of purchase for a full refund.
For further information about the product recall, customers may also call Coles Customer Care at 1800 061 562, Liquorland at 1300 300 640, or First Choice Liquor Market at 1300 308 833.
This incident should highlight the importance of food safety and vigilance for both consumers and retailers.
It's always better to be safe than sorry, especially when it comes to what we consume.
You may read the full product recall notice here.
Have you ever experienced a product recall before? How did you handle it, and what advice would you give to others in a similar situation? Please share your product recall experiences in the comments section below.
However, a recent development might have some beer enthusiasts checking their fridges and pantries with a bit more scrutiny.
Coles Group issued an urgent recall for two popular beer products sold in their stores.
The beers in question were the Uberbrau Ultra Low Alcohol Lager, sold in 330ml six-packs and 660ml Henninger Lager Bottles.
Affected Uberbrau batches were manufactured on 12/11/2024 with an expiry date of 12/02/2026.
Meanwhile, affected Henninger bottles were manufactured on 05/12/2024, with an expiry date of 05/03/2026.
Both beer products were available in stores around Western Australia. Image Credit: Food Standards Australia New Zealand
These beer products were sold across Western Australia through Liquorland, Coles Online, and First Choice Liquor Market.
According to a recall notice posted by Food Standards Australia and New Zealand (FSANZ), a chemical contamination on these products' outer packaging has been producing an unpleasant odour.
While the specifics of the chemical have not been disclosed, it may still pose a health risk.
'Chemical contamination, even when external, may leach into the product or cause indirect health hazards,' FSANZ noted.
'If consumed, such contamination may lead to gastrointestinal illness, nausea, or other adverse health effects, particularly for individuals sensitive to chemical residues.'
Those who may have already consumed the recalled products should seek medical attention immediately.
Several symptoms consumers should watch out for include nausea, headaches, dizziness, or any other unusual physical discomfort that could be attributed to chemical exposure.
If you have purchased either of these beers recently, check the bottles' packing and expiry dates immediately.
FSANZ warned consumers to refrain from drinking the contaminated product.
Instead, the products should be returned to the place of purchase for a full refund.
For further information about the product recall, customers may also call Coles Customer Care at 1800 061 562, Liquorland at 1300 300 640, or First Choice Liquor Market at 1300 308 833.
This incident should highlight the importance of food safety and vigilance for both consumers and retailers.
It's always better to be safe than sorry, especially when it comes to what we consume.
You may read the full product recall notice here.
