What Happened
The product is labelled with an incorrect use-by date of 17 December 2026, which makes it unsafe to eat after the correct use-by date of 17 October 2026.
What to Do
Check your fridge, freezer and pantry for the product described below, and compare the brand, size and product codes carefully. If you have it, don't eat it. Throw it away or return it to the store where you bought it for a refund. If you or someone in your home ate it and feels unwell, contact a doctor. If you have a food allergy, don't eat the product even if it looks and smells normal.
Recall Details
- Recall date
- Oct 13, 2026
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Company
- Waitrose
- Type
- Product recall
- Reason
- The product is labelled with an incorrect use-by date of 17 December 2026, which makes it unsafe to eat after the correct use-by date of 17 October 2026.
- Product
- Waitrose Tuna Pate
- Where it was sold
- United Kingdom
- Status
- Published
Source: UK Food Standards Agency. This page summarizes the official notice; the agency's notice is the authoritative version.