Sainsbury's and Iceland share urgent recall for ice cream that is 'unsafe to eat'

Magnum Classic Ice Cream Sticks

Pack size 3x100ml

Batch code L3324, L3325, L3326, L3327, L3328

Best before November 2025

Magnums sold by various retailers have been recalled

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Shoppers should think twice before tucking into the sweet snacks this Easter bank holiday weekend as they "may contain pieces of metal which makes it unsafe to eat".

A statement from manufacturer Unilever states: "Magnum is taking the precautionary measures of recalling a limited number of Magnum Classic Ice Cream Sticks 3x100ml due to internal safety checks showing that they may contain small pieces of metal.

"The safety of the people that buy and use our products is always our number one priority which is why we are recalling these products.

"No other Magnum products are affected - we apologise for any inconvenience caused and thank you for your co-operation."

​Sainsbury's shared a further warning urging customers to contact Magnum careline for further guidance, adding "the safety of customers is our number one priority".

Point of sale notices will also be displayed in all retail stores selling the products giving customers more information on the recall and what to do. Foods can be recalled if they pose a risk to consumers.

The FSA states: "If there is a problem with a food product that means it should not be sold, then it might be 'withdrawn' (taken off the shelves) or 'recalled' (when customers are asked to return the product).

"The FSA issues Product Withdrawal Information Notices and Product Recall Information Notices to let consumers and local authorities know about problems associated with food.

"In some cases, a 'Food Alert for Action' is issued. This provides local authorities with details of specific action to be taken on behalf of consumers."

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Sainsbury's has a number of ongoing food recalls

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This comes as Sainsbury's has an ongoing recall for By Sainsbury's Flake Almonds in 200 gram packs with a best before date of February 2025.

The retailer states: "As a precautionary measure, Sainsbury's are recalling the above By Sainsbury's Flaked Almonds 200g, as they may contain salmonella, that may cause illness if consumed. If you have bought one of the affected batches of this product, we advise you not to consume it.

"For a full refund please return the product to your local Sainsbury's store. For further details or if you have any questions, then please visit our website.

"Sainsburys.co.uk/help or contact our Careline on 0800 028 8303. No other products are affected by this recall. Sainsbury's would like to apologise for any inconvenience caused."