Two popular snacks get pulled off the shelves over undeclared allergens
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Ensuring the safety of our children is a top priority for all parents, including being vigilant about the food they consume.
In a recent development with many parents on high alert, a popular children's snack sold at ALDI supermarkets and a pork bun delicacy have been recalled due to serious allergen concerns.
The product in question is the Farmwood Chicken Breast T-Rex Bites, a 1kg package that has been a hit among the little ones for its fun shape and tasty flavour.
However, it has been discovered that specific batches of this product contain an undeclared allergen—peanuts—which can pose a significant health risk to those with allergies or intolerances.
The specific batches affected have a best-before date of 27/10/2025.
The presence of peanuts, which was not specified on the packaging, could trigger a dangerous reaction in individuals with peanut allergies.
Food Standards Australia has issued an urgent alert, advising consumers who have purchased this product to be aware of the potential risk.
‘Any consumers who have a peanut allergy or intolerance may have a reaction if the product is consumed,’ the alert stated.
‘Consumers who have a peanut allergy or intolerance should not consume this product.’
‘Consumers should return the product to any ALDI Store for a full refund. Any consumers concerned about their health should seek medical advice.’
The symptoms of a peanut allergy can range from mild to severe.
They can include itching, hives, swelling, and, in extreme cases, anaphylaxis—a potentially life-threatening condition that requires immediate medical attention.
If you purchased the Farmwood Chicken Breast T-Rex Bites from ALDI, you can return it to any ALDI store for a full refund, no questions asked.
The recall affects products sold across New South Wales, Australian Capital Territory, Victoria, Queensland, South Australia, and Western Australia.
Additionally, Vic’s Meat BBQ Kurobuta Pork Buns 480g, a popular choice among pork bun fans, has also been recalled due to the undeclared presence of gluten, egg, and milk.
The affected product has been sold in Vic’s Meat stores across New South Wales and has reached consumers in NSW, ACT, Queensland, Victoria, and South Australia through online sales.
The specific batches to look out for have best-before dates of either 5/12/2024 or 19/02/2025.
‘Any consumers who have a gluten, egg or milk allergy or intolerance may have a reaction if the product is consumed,’ the recall said.
Instead, the responsible course of action is to return the product to its place of purchase for a full refund.
Food Standards Australia and New Zealand (FSANZ), the food safety regulator, has issued a statement advising consumers, ‘Any consumers concerned about their health should seek medical advice,’
Consumers can visit the Food Standards Australia website for more detailed information and guidance.
Have you or someone you know been affected by this recall? Do you have any tips for other parents on managing food allergies in children? We invite you to share your experiences and advice in the comments below.
In a recent development with many parents on high alert, a popular children's snack sold at ALDI supermarkets and a pork bun delicacy have been recalled due to serious allergen concerns.
The product in question is the Farmwood Chicken Breast T-Rex Bites, a 1kg package that has been a hit among the little ones for its fun shape and tasty flavour.
However, it has been discovered that specific batches of this product contain an undeclared allergen—peanuts—which can pose a significant health risk to those with allergies or intolerances.
ALDI recalled Farmwood Chicken Breast T-Rex Bites due to undeclared peanuts. Credit: Food Standards Australia and New Zealand
The specific batches affected have a best-before date of 27/10/2025.
The presence of peanuts, which was not specified on the packaging, could trigger a dangerous reaction in individuals with peanut allergies.
Food Standards Australia has issued an urgent alert, advising consumers who have purchased this product to be aware of the potential risk.
‘Any consumers who have a peanut allergy or intolerance may have a reaction if the product is consumed,’ the alert stated.
‘Consumers who have a peanut allergy or intolerance should not consume this product.’
‘Consumers should return the product to any ALDI Store for a full refund. Any consumers concerned about their health should seek medical advice.’
The symptoms of a peanut allergy can range from mild to severe.
They can include itching, hives, swelling, and, in extreme cases, anaphylaxis—a potentially life-threatening condition that requires immediate medical attention.
If you purchased the Farmwood Chicken Breast T-Rex Bites from ALDI, you can return it to any ALDI store for a full refund, no questions asked.
The recall affects products sold across New South Wales, Australian Capital Territory, Victoria, Queensland, South Australia, and Western Australia.
Additionally, Vic’s Meat BBQ Kurobuta Pork Buns 480g, a popular choice among pork bun fans, has also been recalled due to the undeclared presence of gluten, egg, and milk.
The affected product has been sold in Vic’s Meat stores across New South Wales and has reached consumers in NSW, ACT, Queensland, Victoria, and South Australia through online sales.
Vic's Meat recalled BBQ Kurobuta Pork Buns due to undeclared allergens. Credit: Food Standards Australia and New Zealand
The specific batches to look out for have best-before dates of either 5/12/2024 or 19/02/2025.
‘Any consumers who have a gluten, egg or milk allergy or intolerance may have a reaction if the product is consumed,’ the recall said.
Instead, the responsible course of action is to return the product to its place of purchase for a full refund.
Food Standards Australia and New Zealand (FSANZ), the food safety regulator, has issued a statement advising consumers, ‘Any consumers concerned about their health should seek medical advice,’
Consumers can visit the Food Standards Australia website for more detailed information and guidance.
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