Could your favourite sauce put you at risk?
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In the hustle and bustle of our daily lives, we often overlook the importance of checking the labels of the food products we consume.
However, a recent incident involving a popular sauce sold in supermarkets across Australia has highlighted how crucial it is to check the labels, especially for those with food allergies.
Hershey's Caramel Flavour Syrup has been urgently recalled due to an undeclared milk allergen in the product.
This 623g bottle is sold in Coles and IGA in NSW and Queensland and is also available nationally in SPAR and Woolworths.
The batch of sauce bottles affected indicates a use-by date of 08 2025. If you have this product in your pantry, it's time to check the date.
Milk allergy is one of the most common food allergies. It's different from lactose intolerance, which is a digestive disorder.
A milk allergy can cause severe symptoms, including anaphylaxis, a life-threatening reaction that requires immediate medical attention. Therefore, the presence of an undeclared milk allergen in a product is a serious concern.
Food Standards Australia and New Zealand have issued a warning to consumers with a milk allergy, advising them not to consume the sauce.
‘Consumers should return the product to the place of purchase for a full refund. Any consumers concerned about their health should seek medical advice,’ they said.
You may also contact Stuart Alexander & Co Pty Ltd at 1800 188 484 for further questions or concerns.
You can read the rest of the recall notice here.
In people with food allergies, exposure to these allergens triggers a response from the immune system, which can range from mild symptoms, such as hives or a rash, to severe and potentially life-threatening reactions.
Milk allergy is caused by an immune reaction to one of the many proteins in animal milk. Most commonly, it's the alpha S1-casein protein in cow's milk that's the culprit.
The Importance of Clear Food Labelling
This incident underscores the importance of clear and accurate food labelling. Food manufacturers have a responsibility to declare all potential allergens on their product labels to help consumers make safe food choices.
In Australia, food labelling laws require that all packaged food products sold must clearly list on the label if they contain common allergens such as milk, eggs, peanuts, tree nuts, fish, shellfish, soy, and wheat.
However, mistakes can happen, as in the case of Hershey's sauce. When they do, product recalls like this one are crucial to protect consumers from potential harm.
As consumers, it's important to stay informed about such recalls.
If you or a family member has a food allergy, be sure to regularly check the Food Standards Australia and New Zealand website for the latest food recall information.
We'd love to hear your thoughts on this issue. How do you manage food allergies in your household? Share your experiences in the comments below.
However, a recent incident involving a popular sauce sold in supermarkets across Australia has highlighted how crucial it is to check the labels, especially for those with food allergies.
Hershey's Caramel Flavour Syrup has been urgently recalled due to an undeclared milk allergen in the product.
This 623g bottle is sold in Coles and IGA in NSW and Queensland and is also available nationally in SPAR and Woolworths.
If you have a milk allergy, beware of this product, as it has an undeclared ingredient that could give you an allergic reaction! Image: Coles
The batch of sauce bottles affected indicates a use-by date of 08 2025. If you have this product in your pantry, it's time to check the date.
Milk allergy is one of the most common food allergies. It's different from lactose intolerance, which is a digestive disorder.
A milk allergy can cause severe symptoms, including anaphylaxis, a life-threatening reaction that requires immediate medical attention. Therefore, the presence of an undeclared milk allergen in a product is a serious concern.
Food Standards Australia and New Zealand have issued a warning to consumers with a milk allergy, advising them not to consume the sauce.
‘Consumers should return the product to the place of purchase for a full refund. Any consumers concerned about their health should seek medical advice,’ they said.
You may also contact Stuart Alexander & Co Pty Ltd at 1800 188 484 for further questions or concerns.
You can read the rest of the recall notice here.
Understanding Food Allergies and Their ImpactIn people with food allergies, exposure to these allergens triggers a response from the immune system, which can range from mild symptoms, such as hives or a rash, to severe and potentially life-threatening reactions.
Milk allergy is caused by an immune reaction to one of the many proteins in animal milk. Most commonly, it's the alpha S1-casein protein in cow's milk that's the culprit.
The Importance of Clear Food Labelling
This incident underscores the importance of clear and accurate food labelling. Food manufacturers have a responsibility to declare all potential allergens on their product labels to help consumers make safe food choices.
In Australia, food labelling laws require that all packaged food products sold must clearly list on the label if they contain common allergens such as milk, eggs, peanuts, tree nuts, fish, shellfish, soy, and wheat.
However, mistakes can happen, as in the case of Hershey's sauce. When they do, product recalls like this one are crucial to protect consumers from potential harm.
As consumers, it's important to stay informed about such recalls.
If you or a family member has a food allergy, be sure to regularly check the Food Standards Australia and New Zealand website for the latest food recall information.
We'd love to hear your thoughts on this issue. How do you manage food allergies in your household? Share your experiences in the comments below.
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