• Published: Apr 02 2025 10:42 AM
  • Last Updated: May 29 2025 11:49 AM

Urgent recalls affect Tony's Chocolonely, Sainsbury's, and other brands due to potential contamination (stones, metal). Check batch codes; return affected products for refunds.


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Whoa! Chocolate Recalls – Check Your Stash!

Okay, so this isn’t a joke. Several popular chocolate bars have been recalled, and it's all a bit of a mess. The Food Safety Authority of Ireland (FSAI) and the Food Standards Agency (FSA) have issued urgent warnings – and honestly, who saw that coming? This means we need to check our chocolate supplies ASAP! I'm here to break down what's happened and what you should do.

Tony's Chocolonely – Uh Oh!

First up, Tony's Chocolonely. Yes, *that* Tony's Chocolonely. Specific batches of their Dark Almond Sea Salt bars (180g) are being recalled because of a possible surprise ingredient: small stones! Seriously? The affected batch codes are 162633 and 162614, with a best-before date of 28/02/2026. And it gets worse... Their Everything Bars (180g) are also affected; look for batch codes 4331, 4332, and 4333 with best-before dates of November 26th, 27th, and 28th, 2025 respectively. If you've got any of these, don't even think about eating them! Return them to the store for a refund.

Sainsbury's – Metal in My Chocolate?!

Next, Sainsbury's. Their Taste the Difference Belgian Milk Chocolate Honeycomb Pretzel bar (150g) is also under the spotlight, with batch code L159922 and a best-before date of April 2025. This one's even less appetizing – there's a potential for metal fragments. Yikes! If you have one lurking in your cupboard, don’t even tempt fate. Get it back to Sainsbury's for a full refund. It's probably a good idea to check the other chocolates in your cupboard, just to be safe.

Other Recalls and What to Do

And that’s not all, folks! There are a few other recalls doing the rounds, including some pork scratchings and meal kits. It’s worth checking the FSA and your local food safety authority websites for the latest updates. It's a bit overwhelming, isn't it?

But the important thing is this: if you've got any of the chocolate bars mentioned, don't eat them! Seriously. Take them back to the store and get your money back. Check those batch codes and best-before dates carefully. It’s a little bit of a hassle, but it's way better than dealing with a stomach ache or worse!

Staying Safe (and Chocolatey!)

Food safety is super important, people! Make checking the FSA website and supermarket websites a regular habit. It might seem like a minor chore, but it’s a small price to pay for peace of mind. Let's all keep an eye out and make sure our snacks are safe and delicious. Stay safe everyone and enjoy your snacks!

FAQ

The recall currently affects Tony's Chocolonely and Sainsbury's chocolate bars, but other brands may be involved. Check the official recall notice for a complete list of affected products and batch numbers.

The recall is due to the potential presence of foreign objects, specifically stones and metal fragments, in some chocolate bars. This poses a risk of injury to consumers.

Look for the batch code on the packaging of your Tony's Chocolonely or Sainsbury's chocolate bar. Compare this code to the list of affected batch numbers published by the relevant authorities or retailers. The recall notice will specify where to find this information.

Do not consume the chocolate bar. Return it to the store where you purchased it for a full refund. Check the official recall notice for specific instructions on how to return the product and receive your refund.

Check the official websites of Tony's Chocolonely, Sainsbury's, and the relevant food safety authorities for the most up-to-date information on the recall, including affected products, batch codes, and return instructions. News outlets often cover these types of events, too.

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