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Tim McNulty

John West recalls Asda sardines after swollen cans spark bacteria contamination fears

Tins of John West sardines have been recalled amid concerns over bacterial contamination.

The precautionary recall was issued for the company's sardines in tomato sauce - sold at Asda.

A suspected bacterial contamination has caused a number of cans to swell and may make the product unsafe to eat.

Notices will be displayed in food stores selling the product explaining why the products have been recalled.

If you have bought the above product do not eat it. Instead, return it to the Asda store from where it was bought for a full refund, with or without a receipt.

All pack sizes, batch codes and best before dates affected:

  • Pack size: 120g
  • Batch code: KX319H Best Before Jun 2022
  • Batch Code: KX326H Best before Jun 2022

The batch code and best before date can be found on the side of the can.

In a statement on it's website, John West said: "We are undertaking extensive scientific testing to identify the cause of the possible contamination.

"We would like to stress that this recall is purely a precautionary measure and none of John West’s other products are affected.

"We apologise to all our consumers for any inconvenience or concern this causes."

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