The Food Standards Agency (FSA) has issued a recall for specific bottled water products sold at Waitrose due to potential glass contamination. Customers who purchased these items are strongly advised against drinking them.
Details of the Recall
Notices will be displayed in all affected Waitrose stores to inform customers of the recall. The contaminated water is sourced from Deeside, which is produced in Scotland’s Cairngorms National Park. Waitrose sells special batches of this mineral water, priced at approximately £1.60 per bottle.
Affected Products
The recall involves multiple batch codes and best before dates. Below is a summary of the recalled products:
- Mineral Water:
- Batch Codes: NOV 2027 28, DEC 2027 01, DEC 2027 02, DEC 2027 10, DEC 2027 11, DEC 2027 16
- Best Before Dates: November and December 2027
- Sparking Water:
- Batch Codes: DEC 2027 01, DEC 2027 03, DEC 2027 12, DEC 2027 15, DEC 2027 25
- Best Before Date: December 2027
Customer Guidance
While the total number of affected bottles remains uncertain, consumers are encouraged to check their purchases against the batch codes listed above. For any questions or further assistance, customers can reach out to Waitrose Customer Care at 0800 188 884, selecting option 4.
Stay safe, and ensure you check your bottled water purchases for these specific codes to avoid any health risks associated with glass contamination.
