Retail group Woolworths has recalled its peanut butter ice cream with immediate effect, citing possible health risks.
COURTESY: WoolworthsThe group's decision comes just weeks after the National
Consumer Commission issued a recall of various peanut butter brands from
circulation. The peanut putter brands include Dischem’s Lifestyle, Wazoogles
Superfoods, Pick n Pay’s No Name Brand, and Eden All Natural.
The recall came after the manufacturer informed the
commission of higher than legally acceptable levels of Aflatoxin, which is unsafe
for human consumption.
In a statement released on Friday, Woolworths said only the
peanut butter ice cream is being recalled.
"All other Woolworths products containing peanut
butter, including our range of Peanut Butter, remains 100% safe for
consumption."
The group said the peanut butter was tested for Aflatoxin
and found to be safe for consumption.
"Aflatoxins is naturally occurring and must be
consumed in very high quantities to be toxic to humans. Since the initial recalls were announced by
others in the industry, Woolworths has systematically assessed all secondary
products that contain peanut butter, such as biscuits, sauces, pretzels, energy
bars and ice cream,’’ it said in a statement.
"This was done as a precautionary measure to ensure
all our products meet our stringent quality standards. As a result of this
process it was found that Woolworths Peanut Butter Ice Cream contains Aflatoxin
levels that exceed the legal limit, we are therefore removing it from
shelves," it added.
Customers who have bought the product may return it to
their local store for a full refund.
Done By: Mitchum George
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