Critical Food Safety Alert
Australian authorities have issued an urgent warning regarding specific packets of dumplings sold at Aldi stores across Australia, specifically the Urban Eats Japanese-style vegetable gyoza dumplings, which may contain glass shards.
Product Details and Affected Batches
The affected products are packaged in 750g bags with a best before date of March 27, 2027, and have been distributed across Aldi stores in New South Wales, Australian Capital Territory, Victoria, Queensland, South Australia, and Western Australia.
Health Risks and Safety Concerns
Food Standards Australia has highlighted that food products contaminated with glass could lead to serious illness or injury. Even the tiniest shard can cause injury to your mouth, throat, or digestive tract, and in some cases, could lead to severe medical emergencies.
Consumer Actions and Returns Process
Consumers can return the affected products to any Aldi store for an in-store refund. There is no time limit for returns, and a receipt isn’t required. The item will be refunded at the last scanned price.
Ongoing Investigation and Response
The recall affects thousands of customers nationally as Aldi distributed the dumplings widely. To date, no injuries have been reported to authorities. Australian food safety authorities are investigating the source of contamination and are collaborating closely with Aldi to identify and resolve the issue. The authorities continue to monitor the situation and update the public as necessary to ensure transparency and consumer safety.
For additional information or concerns, consumers can contact Aldi’s dedicated food recall hotline at 1800 709 993.
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