Urgent Recall: Popular Pasta Sauce Brand Recalled Over Glass Shard Contamination Health Alert

Urgent Recall: Popular Pasta Sauce Contains Glass Shards
By Emma Nelson | Updated: 08:28 BST, 2 May 2025

Organic Alla Norma Sauce Pulled From Shelves
A popular pasta sauce has been urgently recalled due to fears that jars may contain shards of glass. The recall affects Organic Alla Norma Sauce (made with aubergines, tomato, and garlic), sold at retailers including online supermarket Ocado.

Affected Batch Details

• Batch Number: 140227
• Best Before Date: 14 February 2027

Manufacturer Organico urged customers to immediately stop using the product and return it to the retailer for a full refund. “We apologize for the inconvenience caused,” the company stated, though it did not clarify how glass contaminated the product.

The recalled sauce was sold in 480g jars (Image: Retail Sample)

Food Standards Agency Alert
The UK Food Standards Agency (FSA) issued a “do not eat” warning, advising customers to check their purchases. Retailers have posted recall notices in stores.

What to Do if Purchased:

1. Do not consume the sauce.
2. Return it to the retailer for a refund.
3. If returns are refused, contact Organico directly.

Recent Recall Trends
This incident follows other UK food safety alerts:

• Morrisons: Recalled “Best 6 Thick Cumberland Sausages” (400g, best before 1 May 2025) over plastic contamination fears.
• Iceland: Pulled Vegetable Lasagne (best before 23 and 30 July 2026) due to hard plastic pieces.

Example of a store recall notice (Image: Getty)

Why Recalls Happen
The FSA triggers recalls when products pose health risks. Contamination often stems from manufacturing faults or supplier errors. Glass and plastic fragments risk injuries, making prompt action critical.

Stay Informed
Consumers should monitor FSA alerts and check product details when recalls arise. Retailers typically offer refunds or exchanges for affected items.

For updates, visit the FSA’s official website or contact retailers directly.

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