Allergens
Lupin: risks and product recalls in Ireland
A legume flour used in some baked goods and gluten-free products that is a declarable allergen and can cross-react with peanut.
What it is
Lupin is a legume whose seeds and flour are used in some breads, pastries, pasta and gluten-free products, more commonly in other European countries. It is a declarable allergen.
Health effects of a reaction
Lupin can cause allergic reactions ranging from mild to severe, including anaphylaxis. People allergic to peanut may be more likely to react to lupin.
How it leads to a recall
Recalls occur when lupin is present but not declared, through labelling errors or recipe changes.
What to do
If you are allergic to lupin, do not eat the affected product — return it for a refund, and follow your allergy action plan if you react.
Recent lupin allergen recalls
2 recalls we track involve undeclared lupin, newest first.
Lidl's Crownfield Müsli-Riegel bars recalled due to undeclared allergens
Lidl is recalling specific batches of Crownfield Müsli-Riegel bars due to allergens not being labelled in English. The affected products include the Schoko and Schoko-Banane varieties, which may contain peanut, milk, and gluten-containing cereals, posing a risk to consumers with allergies. Consumers should not eat the implicated batches.
Rongs Wholesale Ltd. recalls various products due to undeclared allergens
Rongs Wholesale Ltd. is recalling various products due to undeclared and incorrectly declared allergens. This may pose a risk to consumers with allergies or intolerances to certain allergens.
Official sources
This page is general information, not medical advice. Always follow the official recall notice, and contact your GP, pharmacist or the HSE if you are worried about your health. In an emergency call 112 or 999.