Allergens
Peanuts: risks and product recalls in Ireland
One of the most common causes of severe, life-threatening food allergy; even trace amounts of undeclared peanut can trigger a reaction.
What it is
Peanuts are legumes (not tree nuts), but peanut allergy is among the most common and most serious food allergies. It usually begins in childhood and is often lifelong.
Health effects of a reaction
Peanut allergy can cause severe, rapid reactions including anaphylaxis, which affects breathing and blood pressure and can be fatal without prompt treatment. Even a trace amount can trigger a reaction in a highly sensitised person.
How it leads to a recall
Recalls are issued when peanut is present but not declared, or when a product made on shared equipment carries a risk of peanut cross-contamination that was not flagged. Peanut can be hidden in sauces, baked goods, snacks and processed foods.
What to do
If you are allergic to peanut, do not eat the affected product — return it for a refund. Carry your adrenaline auto-injector, follow your allergy action plan, and call 112/999 immediately for any sign of a severe reaction.
Recent peanuts allergen recalls
24 recalls we track involve undeclared peanuts, 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.
Al-Osrah Zaatar Thyme Spice Mix Red recalled due to undeclared peanuts
A batch of Al-Osrah Zaatar Thyme Spice Mix Red is being recalled due to undeclared peanuts in the ingredients. This poses a risk for consumers with peanut allergies or intolerances.
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.
Dairyfine Salted Caramel Filled Gonks recalled due to undeclared peanuts
Dairyfine Salted Caramel Filled Gonks are being recalled due to the possible presence of peanuts, which are not declared in the ingredients. This may pose a risk to consumers with peanut allergies. The recall affects all batches and best-before dates.
Dairyfine Crispy Choc Um's recalled due to undeclared peanuts
Dairyfine Crispy Choc Um's is being recalled due to the possible presence of peanuts, which are not declared in the ingredients. This poses a risk for consumers with peanut allergies. The recall affects all batches and best before dates.
Goldfish Brand Hot & Spicy Curry Sauce Concentrate recalled due to undeclared almonds and peanuts
Goldfish Brand is recalling a batch of Hot & Spicy Curry Sauce Concentrate due to the presence of almond and peanut, which are not declared in the ingredients. This may pose a risk to consumers with allergies to these nuts.
M&S Food Milk Chocolate Honeycomb recalled due to undeclared peanuts
M&S Food is recalling a batch of Milk Chocolate Honeycomb due to the possible presence of peanuts, which are not declared in the ingredients. This may pose a risk to consumers with peanut allergies.
Terranova Fermented Ashwagandha food supplement recalled due to undeclared peanut
A batch of Terranova Fermented Ashwagandha food supplement is recalled due to undeclared peanut, which poses a risk to those with peanut allergies. The affected batch is identified by batch code 2400881 and has a best before date of 05/2028.
Sofra Potato Chips Seasoning recalled due to undeclared peanuts
Sofra Potato Chips Seasoning is being recalled due to undeclared peanut in the ingredients, which poses a risk to those with peanut allergies. All lot numbers are affected.
Sofra Garlic Powder recalled due to possible presence of undeclared peanuts
All batches of Sofra Garlic Powder are recalled due to the possible presence of peanuts, which are not mentioned on the label. This may pose a risk to consumers with peanut allergies or intolerances.
Inspired by Centra Chocolate Covered Raisins recalled due to undeclared peanuts
A batch of Inspired by Centra Chocolate Covered Raisins is recalled due to undeclared peanuts. The product was mispacked with Chocolate Covered Peanuts, posing a risk to those allergic to peanuts.
Tesco Garlic Powder recalled due to undeclared peanuts in specific batches
Certain batches of Tesco Garlic Powder are being recalled because they contain peanuts that are not mentioned on the label. This poses a risk to consumers who are allergic to or intolerant of peanuts.
Tesco garlic powder recalled due to undeclared peanuts in batch 5036
Tesco Garlic Powder is recalled due to the presence of peanut, which is not mentioned on the label. This may pose a risk to consumers with peanut allergies or intolerances.
Sofra Garlic Powder recalled due to undeclared peanuts
A batch of Sofra Garlic Powder is being recalled due to the presence of peanut, which is not listed on the label. This poses a risk to consumers with peanut allergies or intolerances.
Tesco 2 Creamy Chicken Bakes recalled due to undeclared peanut presence
Tesco is recalling a batch of their 2 Creamy Chicken Bakes due to the presence of peanut, which is a known allergen. This may pose a risk to consumers who are allergic to or intolerant of peanuts.
Donegal Catch 4 Atlantic Salmon recalled due to undeclared peanuts
Donegal Catch is recalling batches of 4 Atlantic Salmon Fillets in a Barbeque Spiced Marinade due to the presence of peanuts, which are not declared in the ingredients. This may pose a risk to consumers with peanut allergies.
WheyHey Katsu Chicken with Rice recalled due to possible peanut presence
WheyHey Katsu Chicken with Rice is recalled due to the possible presence of peanut, which is not declared in the ingredients. This may pose a risk to consumers with peanut allergies. The affected batches have specific best-before dates.
Iceland Takeaway products recalled due to possible presence of peanuts
Iceland is recalling specific batches of their Takeaway products due to the possible presence of peanut, which is not declared in the ingredients. This may pose a risk to consumers with peanut allergies or intolerance.
Myprotein Singapore Noodles recalled due to possible presence of peanuts
Myprotein Singapore Noodles may contain peanut, which is not declared in the ingredients. This poses a risk for consumers who are allergic to or intolerant of peanuts.
Slimming World products recalled due to possible peanut presence
Certain batches of Slimming World products may contain peanut, which is not declared in the ingredients list. This poses a risk for consumers who are allergic to or intolerant of peanut.
Domino's BBQ Dip and The Big Dip recalled due to undeclared peanuts
Specific batches of Domino's BBQ Dip and The Big Dip BBQ are recalled due to the possible presence of peanut, which is not declared in the ingredients. This may pose a risk to consumers with peanut allergies.
Favourit curry powders recalled due to possible presence of peanut
All batches of Favourit Medium Curry Powder, Mild Curry Powder, and Hot Curry Powder (500g) are recalled due to the possible presence of peanut, which is not declared in the ingredients. This poses a risk to consumers with peanut allergies or intolerances.
Favourit curry powder recalled due to possible presence of peanuts
All batches of Favourit Medium Curry Powder (40g) and Favourit Hot Curry Powder (50g) are recalled due to the possible presence of peanut, which is not declared in the ingredients. This poses a risk for consumers with peanut allergies or intolerances.
Favourit Cajun and Fajita seasonings recalled due to undeclared peanuts
Favourit Cajun Seasoning and Favourit Fajita Seasoning are recalled due to the possible presence of peanut, which is not declared in the ingredients. This may pose a risk to consumers with peanut allergies or intolerances.
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.