Woolworths New Zealand Ltd has initiated a recall for specific batches of its Woolworths brand Shortcrust Summer Berry Mince Pies due to potential contamination with foreign matter, specifically metal. The affected product, identified as Woolworths brand Shortcrust Summer Berry Mince Pies in a 360g size, bears the date markings BB 12/06/2024 and BB 13/06/2024.

Product Details:

• Product Type: Fruit Mince Pies
• Name of Product (Size): Woolworths brand Shortcrust Summer Berry Mince Pies (360g)
• Date Marking: BB 12/06/2024 and BB 13/06/2024
• Package Size and Description: Sold in a 360g cardboard box containing 6 pies.

Distribution: The affected product is distributed and sold at Woolworths, Countdown, SuperValue, and FreshChoice supermarkets throughout New Zealand. It is not exported.

Consumer Advice: Customers are urged to check the best before date on the product packaging. If in possession of the affected product, it should not be consumed. While there have been no reported injuries associated with the consumption of this product, customers with health concerns are advised to seek medical advice. The product should be returned to the retailer for a full refund.

Point of Sale Notice for Retailers: Retailers are provided with a point of sale notice to be displayed in stores for one month. The notice includes details of the recall and instructions for customers.

[Point of Sale Notice – Woolworths brand Shortcrust Summer Berry Mince Pies [PDF, 105KB]](link to the notice)

Contact Information: For inquiries, customers can contact Woolworths New Zealand Ltd:

• Phone: 0800 40 40 40
• Address: 80 Favona Road, Mangere, Manukau.

Source: https://www.mpi.govt.nz/food-safety-home/food-recalls-and-complaints/recalled-food-products/woolworths-brand-shortcrust-summer-berry-mince-pies/