UK chocolate bar recalled over undeclared milk allergen

Buttermilk Confections has recalled its Honeycomb Blast Choc Bar after milk was found in the product but not declared on the label, creating a risk for people with milk allergy or intolerance.

The recalled batch is BM26105, with a best before date of June 15, 2027. The bar was sold in major UK supermarkets including Tesco, Sainsbury's and Asda.

Customers are being told not to eat the product and to return it to the store for a full refund.

What happened

The product is marketed as plant-based and free from dairy, gluten and palm oil, according to reporting on the recall. The undeclared milk means the label does not match the contents of the bar, which is a serious allergen issue for consumers.

Undeclared allergens can trigger reactions in people with milk allergy, and the risk is especially relevant for shoppers who rely on the label to avoid dairy.

What shoppers should do

Anyone who has bought the affected bar should check the batch code and best before date before eating it. If the product matches batch BM26105 and the June 15, 2027 date, it should not be consumed.

The advice given in the reporting is to return the product to the store for a refund. Consumers who have already eaten the bar and are concerned about symptoms should seek medical advice.

Why it matters

Allergen recalls are treated seriously because even a small amount of undeclared milk can cause an adverse reaction in susceptible consumers. The recall also affects a product sold as plant-based, which may be bought specifically by people avoiding dairy.