Co-op recalls Co-op Anchovies in olive oil because it contains histamine

Co-op recalls Co-op Anchovies in olive oil because it contains histamine
This means the product is a possible health risk for anyone with a sensitivity to histamine.

Product details:

Product: Co-op Anchovies in olive oil. Pack size: 50g. ‘Best before’ end date: September 2023.

No other Co-op products are known to be affected,

Risk:

Histamine can trigger an immune system response resulting in symptoms such as diarrhoea, shortness of breath, headaches, or skin irritation

Our advice to consumers:

If you have bought the above product, do not eat it. Instead return it to the nearest Co-op store for a full refund, or if self-isolating or shielding please contact the customer careline – contact 0800 0686 727 or customer.careline@coop.co.uk.

Action taken by the company:  

Co-op is recalling the above product. Point of sale notices will be displayed in all retail stores that are selling this product. 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.