Royal Fields poppy seeds recalled from Coles over safety concerns

An urgent recall on a common brand of poppy seeds sold at Coles has been issued over fears of ‘severe poisoning’ if ingested.

An urgent recall has been issued for poppy seeds sold at Coles. NCA NewsWire / Sarah Marshall

An urgent recall on a common brand of poppy seeds sold at major Aussie supermarkets has been expanded across four states over fears of “severe poisoning” if ingested.

Food Standards Australia and New Zealand had issued the recall on the 250g, 500g and 5kg packs of Royal Fields poppy seeds sold at Coles and independent supermarkets in Victoria on July 1.

Authorities have now extended the warning for 500g packets which were also sold in Queensland, New South Wales and South Australia.

Another recall notice has been issued on Royal Fields poppy seeds.

The recall was sparked when a Coles customer became ill after consuming the product, which had a best before date of 25 June 2024.

“The recall is due to the potential presence of a chemical (thebaine) due to unsafe poppy seeds entering the food supply,” the food safety authority stated.

“Food products containing thebaine may cause illness if consumed.

“Severe poisoning soon after ingestion has occurred in some people who have consumed large amounts of poppy seeds.”

An urgent recall has been issued for poppy seeds sold at Coles. NCA NewsWire / Sarah Marshall

The product of concern will have a best before date of June 15, 2024.

Anyone who is in possession of the seeds is urged not to eat them and should return to the place of purchase for a full refund.

If already ingested, consult a doctor.