Tuesday, 02 January 2024 12:17 GMT

Qatar Health Ministry Recalls Godiva Chocolate Bar Over Undeclared Egg Allergen


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Doha, Qatar: ​The Ministry of Public Health (MoPH) announced the recall of GODIVA Kunafah & Pistachio Milk Chocolate Bar manufactured in Saudi Arabia, due to the presence of eggs, an undeclared ingredient on its nutritional label, which may cause allergic reactions in some consumers with egg allergies, particularly children.

The Saudi Food and Drug Authority (SFDA) announced that the manufacturer has voluntarily recalled the chocolate product, GODIVA Kunafah & Pistachio Milk Chocolate Bar, from stores.

The Food Safety Department of the Ministry of Public Health directed the supplier in Qatar to immediately withdraw the affected products from the local market.

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As an additional precautionary measure, the Department directed the local inspection team to ensure that the local markets were free of these products.

The Ministry strongly advises consumers with egg allergies or sensitivities to avoid consuming the recalled product and to dispose of it immediately, reaffirming that this measure is part of its effort to protect consumer health and promote food safety.

The MoPH provided a list of the affected batches included in the recall notice:

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