20 November 2019

Waitrose is recalling its Carrot & Coriander Soup 600g, because it contains barley (gluten) and celery which are not mentioned on the label. This means the product is a possible health risk for anyone with coeliac diease or an allergy or intolerance to barley (gluten) and/or an allergy to celery. Some pots have been incorrectly filled with the incorrect soup.

Product details

Waitrose Carrot & Coriander Soup
Pack size: 600g
Use by: 27 November 2019
Allergens: Celery, Gluten (barley)
No other Waitrose products are known to be affected.

Risk statement

Allergen(s): Barley (gluten) and celery

This product contains barley (gluten) and celery making it a possible health risk for anyone with coeliac disease or an allergy or intolerance to barley (gluten) and/or an allergy to celery.

Action taken by the company

Waitrose is recalling the above product from customers and has contacted the relevant allergy support organisations, which will tell their members about the recall. The company has also issued a point-of-sale notice to its customers. These notices explain to customers why the product is being recalled and tell them what to do if they have bought the product. Please see the attached notice.

Customer notice: Waitrose carrot & coriander soup

Our advice to consumers

If you have bought the above product and have an allergy or intolerance to barley (gluten) and/or an allergy to celery do not eat it. Instead return it to the store from where it was bought for a full refund.