Urgent recall of popular products over chemical contamination fears

A series of popular frozen products have been recalled because of potential chemical contamination fears.

A number of McCain frozen products have been recalled from supermarkets with Aussies being told to return the items because of possible chemical contamination.

The products include: McCain Aloo Tikki 400g and 1.5kg, McCain Chilli Garlic Potato Pops 1.5kg, McCain Chilli Garlic Potato Bites 420g, McCain Masala Fries 420g and 1.5kg, McCain Popular Veggie Burger Patty 1.2kg, McCain Veggie Burger Patty 360g, McCain Veggie Fingers 400g and McCain Veggie Nuggets 325g.

According to Food Standards Australia and New Zealand, the products were sold at Indian Grocery Stores in NSW, ACT, Queensland, Victoria and South Australia.

A number of McCain products have been recalled because of contamination fears. Picture: Supplied.

The recall affects products with expiry dates up to and including August 22, 2025.

The products are being urgently recalled because they have potentially been contaminated with ethylene oxide.

“Food products containing ethylene oxide may cause illness/injury if consumed,” Food Standards Australia and New Zealand said in its recall notice.

Consumers are being told not to eat the product and to return them to their place of purchase for a refund.

“Any concerned consumers should seek medical advice,” Food Standards Australia and New Zealand said.