Saudi food authority warns of glass fragments in Arla pudding
The SFDA issues recall for four flavours of protein pudding sold in 6×200g packs after manufacturer notification.
At a glance
- Recall covers four flavours of Arla Protein Pudding in 6×200g packs
- 11 batch numbers identified as potentially affected
- No cases reported in Saudi Arabia despite global distribution
- Consumers advised to dispose of products and seek medical help if symptoms occur
Saudi Arabia's Food and Drug Authority has warned consumers about possible small glass fragments in Arla Protein Pudding products in four flavours: chocolate, hazelnut latte, salted caramel and crème brûlée. The recall followed a voluntary notification from the Danish manufacturer regarding certain batches distributed worldwide.
The authority has identified 11 affected batch numbers and urged consumers to avoid the products and dispose of them immediately. No cases have been reported in Saudi Arabia to date. The SFDA advised anyone experiencing throat or abdominal pain, nausea or vomiting after consumption to seek medical attention and said it is coordinating with the manufacturer to remove affected products from the market.
Why it matters
Voluntary recalls are a standard food safety practice used globally to protect consumers from potential harm, according to the authority.
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