The recall applies to specific 140g and 180g packs carrying the same batch code and best-before date. According to the Food Standards Agency, the issue resulted from some packs being filled with the wrong product, creating a potential health risk for people who are allergic or intolerant to milk.
The recall highlights the importance of accurate allergen labeling, which is intended to help consumers avoid ingredients that could trigger adverse reactions. Food recalls involving undeclared allergens are routinely published by the FSA to notify shoppers and local authorities when products should no longer be sold or consumed.
Customers who have purchased the affected Doritos are being advised to check the packaging carefully before consuming the product. PepsiCo has also issued notices to retailers explaining the recall and the steps consumers should take.
Recall Affects Specific Batch of Doritos Chilli Heatwave
According to the FSA, the recall covers Doritos Chilli Heatwave in both 140g and 180g packs bearing batch code GBC 209 184C and a best-before date of December 5, 2026. The affected products have been sold in stores across the UK, including Tesco and Co-op.
The FSA said some packs may have been filled with the wrong product, meaning they could contain milk despite the allergen not appearing on the packaging. The agency stated that this makes the product “a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy or intolerance to milk or milk constituents.”
Several news outlets reporting on the recall said the affected Chilli Heatwave packs may contain Tangy Cheese-flavored Doritos, which include milk as an ingredient. PepsiCo has instructed customers who purchased the affected products not to eat them if they have a milk allergy or intolerance.
The company has also been advised to contact allergy support organizations so they can notify their members about the recall. In addition, point-of-sale notices have been distributed to retailers explaining why the products are being withdrawn and outlining the refund process.
Consumers Advised Not to Eat Affected Products
According to the Food Standards Agency, anyone with a milk allergy or intolerance who has purchased one of the affected packs should return it to the store where it was bought to receive a full refund. Consumers can also contact PepsiCo’s Consumer Care Line on 0800 274777 or visit the company’s customer support website for additional information.
The FSA explained that food products may be withdrawn from store shelves or recalled from consumers when they present a safety concern. In cases involving missing or incorrect allergen labeling, the agency issues Allergy Alerts to inform consumers and local authorities of the potential risk.
The agency also noted that Product Withdrawal Information Notices and Product Recall Information Notices are used to communicate problems associated with food products. In some situations, a Food Alert for Action is issued to local authorities with details of specific measures to protect consumers.
For shoppers who do not have a milk allergy or intolerance, the recall notice does not include any additional safety advice beyond identifying the affected batch. The official guidance remains focused on ensuring that individuals at risk avoid consuming the recalled products and return them for a refund.
