The Basic Ingredients recalls Emma Basic Curry Cubes Japanese Style over undeclared milk
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The Basic Ingredients Ltd is recalling Emma Basic Curry Cubes Japanese Style because they contain undeclared milk. The recall is a risk for anyone with a milk allergy or intolerance.
What happened
The Basic Ingredients Ltd is recalling Emma Basic Curry Cubes Japanese Style because the product may contain milk, which is not mentioned on the label. The FSA issued the allergy alert on 24 October 2026. The company has been advised to contact allergy support organisations, and point-of-sale notices will be displayed in retail stores selling the product.
Affected products
Emma Basic Curry Cubes Japanese Style, 200g. Best before: 29 Dec 2026, 24 Feb 2027, 18 Mar 2027, 12 May 2027, 23 Jul 2027, 14 Sep 2027, 12 Oct 2027, 26 Mar 2028.
The risk
The product may contain milk. This is a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy or intolerance to milk or milk constituents. The alert reports no illnesses or reactions.
What to do
If you have an allergy or intolerance to milk or milk constituents, do not eat it. Return it to the place of purchase for a full refund.
What you can doAI-generated
- ✓Check the best before date on your packet against the list in the recall. The affected dates run from 29 Dec 2026 to 26 Mar 2028, so the 200g Emma Basic Curry Cubes Japanese Style in your cupboard may be on it.
- ✓Bin the cubes if you or anyone in your house has a milk allergy. The alert warns that undeclared milk could cause a reaction, and a curry cube is the last place you want to find out.
- ✓Take the packet back to the shop for a full refund. You do not need to prove the purchase was a problem, just bring it in.
- ✓Ask your pharmacist or GP about a substitute if milk is a serious issue for you. Keep an eye out for the point-of-sale notices in the store, which will flag the product before you buy it.
Always consult a healthcare professional for personal medical advice.
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