Hoyt’s Poppy Seeds 100g and 240g with batch codes 28622, 29322, 29822 and 29922 sold in Woolworths Supermarkets and online nationally were recalled due to the potential presence of a chemical (thebaine) in unsafe poppy seeds entering the food supply, with the supermarket putting out a reminder.
Woolworths is asking all customers to ensure they do not have any of the recalled poppy seeds in their cupboards, even if purchased recently.
There have been a small number of recent reports of customers finding recalled stock on shelf. As a precaution, all poppy seeds products are being removed from Woolworths stores nationally to ensure impacted products are disposed of.
Severe poisoning soon after ingestion can occur in some people who have consumed large amounts of poppy seeds, particularly in poppy seed tea.
If consumers have any recalled product they should return the products to their nearest Woolworths Supermarket or Metro for a full refund. Any customers concerned about their health should seek medical advice.
Customers should note that this recall applied to the above products and batch codes only and no other products are affected by this recall.
