Woolworths recalls Shore Mariner Seafood Sticks over allergy fears

Woolworths has pulled a popular seafood item off shelves over a potential health risk to people with egg and soy allergies.

Woolworths has pulled one of its popular seafood items off shelves because of an undeclared allergen.

Markwell Foods is conducting a recall of Shore Mariner Seafood Sticks 1kg due to the presence of an undeclared allergen (egg)

“Consumers who have an egg or soy allergy or intolerance may have a reaction if the product is consumed,” it states on the Food Standards Code website.

Authorities warn the product could pose a health risk to anyone allergic to egg.

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Markwell Foods is conducting a recall of Shore Mariner Seafood Sticks 1kg sold at Woolworths nationwide. Picture: Food Standards Australia

”Consumers who have an egg or soy allergy or intolerance should not consume this product and should return the product to the place of purchase for a full refund,” the site reads.

The recalled product has been available for sale at Woolworths stores nationally.

It has a best-before date of June 2022, but excludes already relabelled items to include egg and soy declaration

For more information visit the Food Standards Australia website.