The bakery is recalling Greggs two-pack steak bakes because some packs contain sausage, bean and cheese melts.
As a result, products may contain sulfites that are not listed on the label and may pose a health risk for people with sensitivities to sulfur dioxide or sulfites.
The expiration date for affected products sold in Iceland is May 19th.
January 20: @GreggsOfficial recalls Greggs Steak Bake 2-pack due to undeclared sulphites #FoodAllergy https://t.co/gAdpOEsvYw pic.twitter.com/hs5HpQkayG
— Food Standards Agency (@foodgov) January 20, 2025
A spokesperson for the Food Standards Agency (FSA) said: “Greggs has recalled the above products from customers and has contacted the relevant allergy support groups and will inform their members about the recall.” Ta.
“The company has also issued point-of-sale notices to customers. These notices explain to customers why the product is being recalled and what to do if they purchase the product.
“If you have purchased the above product and have a sensitivity to sulfur dioxide and/or sulfites, do not consume it.
“Instead, you can return it to your local Icelandic store where it was purchased for a full refund. For more information, please contact Customer Care on 08081 473 447 or getintouch@greggs.co.uk.”
A Greggs spokesperson added: “This two-pack product is exclusive to Iceland, so the recall only applies to products purchased in Icelandic stores.”
“No other products, date codes or batches are affected.
“We apologize for any inconvenience caused.”
What is an allergy alert?
In some cases, the food may have problems and should not be sold.
It may then be “withdrawn” (removed from shelves) or “recalled” (where customers are asked to return the product).
Foods may have to be recalled or recalled if there is a risk to the consumer due to missing or incorrect allergy claims, or if there is a risk of other food allergies.
If there is a risk of food allergy, the Financial Services Agency will issue an allergy alert.
