Glass in Arla puddings, gluten in Walkers: urgent recalls hit Tesco, Asda, Iceland

Shoppers across the UK are being urged to inspect their recent grocery hauls with extreme caution, as a wave of urgent product recalls has swept through major retailers including Tesco, Asda and Iceland. According to the Mirror ^[1], customers must stop eating or using several items immediately due to risks ranging from hidden glass fragments to incorrect allergy labelling and potential choking hazards for young children.

The Daily Star reported ^[2] that the recalls cover a variety of popular products, with PepsiCo pulling Walkers Variety Snacks Sharing Boxes from Iceland stores. The issue lies within the Monster Munch Giants Roast Beef 85g pack, which contains wheat (gluten) not listed on the outer packaging of the sharing box. This affects packs with a best before date of November 21, 2026. Those with coeliac disease or gluten intolerance should contact PepsiCo for a refund.

Also recalled are Emma Basic Curry Cubes Japanese Style by The Basic Ingredients Ltd. The product may contain milk not mentioned on the label, posing a risk to those with milk allergies. Affected batches have best before dates spanning from late 2026 to 2028. Packs already marked with a "may contain milk" warning are safe to consume.

Perhaps most alarming for families are the recalls involving Arla Protein Puddings, sold at Asda, Tesco and Morrisons. Arla Foods Ltd has warned that these puddings may contain glass fragments. Specific best before dates, including January 11, 18, 20 and 25, 2027, and February 2, 6, 21, 23 and 31, 2027, are affected. Customers are advised to dispose of these items or return them for a full refund.

Beyond food, safety concerns have triggered recalls in other categories. The Horace Vetiver Primavera Beard Oil, sold via Amazon under the OLBO brand, has been pulled due to a fragrance concentration that breaches safety rules for leave-on facial products, potentially causing skin irritation. Additionally, the HAMAX Buddy Baby Seat sold at Decathlon is being recalled due to a choking hazard posed by a detachable safety label on the harness strap. Parents are advised to cut the label off completely to eliminate the risk.

Finally, Axkid MiniKid Core car seats have been recalled for failing to meet the manufacturer’s own safety performance standards. This belt-installed, extended rear-facing seat is designed for children from newborn to approximately seven years. Owners must register on the Axkid Product Safety Message page to receive a free replacement.