Tesco, Morrisons, Waitrose, and Hobbycraft are among the UK retailers warning shoppers to stop using some products “immediately” due to potential safety concerns.
The Office for Product and Safety Standards (OPSS) issued recall alerts for items sold at some of the UK's biggest retailers this week.
Customers are urged to stop using the products immediately and follow the instructions in the recall alerts.
These are the product recalls you should be aware of.
Tesco recall
Tesco shoppers have been issued a warning to stop using a mug sold by the supermarket giant.
A recall has been issued ahead of Valentine’s Day on a novelty mug that shoppers may be tempted to buy for their partners.
Tesco issued a product recall of the F&F Home 'Valentine's You'll Do' XL Mug after discovering the potential risk of the mug cracking.
The report claims that a small number of customers reported the mug may crack when boiling water is poured into it, causing a potential safety risk.
In a statement to shoppers, Tesco asked that the mugs be returned to supermarkets for a full refund.
Customers were also urged to stop using them immediately.
A Tesco spokesman said: “We’re recalling all batches of the F&F Home ‘Valentine’s You’ll Do’ XL Mug.
“This is due to a small number of customer reports that the mug may crack when boiling water is poured into it, presenting a potential safety risk.
“If you’ve bought an affected product, please stop using it immediately.
“Instead, return it to a Tesco store where a full refund will be given. No receipt is required.
“Use our store locator to find your nearest Tesco UK or Tesco Ireland store.
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“If you need more information and are in Ireland, please contact Tesco Customer Services on 1800 248 123.
“If you are in the UK, you find a range of ways to get in touch via our contact us page.”
Hobbycraft recall
Arts and crafts supplier Hobbycraft has issued a recall for one of its DIY craft boxes, suitable for children.
After independent testing of its Giant Box of Craft, containing a children’s sand product, traces of asbestos have been identified.
The company says it has been found “in a limited number of samples”.
Immediately, the product was removed from sale following the concerns raised and Hobbycraft says “there is no evidence of any injury or harm to customers.”
Hobbycraft added: “In co-ordination with Trading Standards and the Office for Product Safety & Standards, we are voluntarily recalling the Giant Box of Craft with immediate effect.
“This recall is being undertaken as a precaution, in line with regulatory guidance and our own commitment to product safety.”
If you bought the Giant Box of Craft product, which contains 1,000 pieces of craft supplies and costs £6, you are advised to stop using it and keep it out of reach of children.
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Hobbycraft said: “Full instructions on safe handling, disposal and refunds are available on our website, through our customer services team, and in stores, and we are in the process of proactively contacting customers where we have their contact details.”
Tesco, Morrisons and Waitrose recall
Tesco, Morrisons and Waitrose are urging dog owners not to feed a recalled pet food to their dogs because it may contain pieces of plastic.
The retail giants have recalled the Lily's Kitchen Pasta al Ragu with beef, oregano and basil after the manufacturer due to potential plastic contamination.
Shoppers who bought the dog food are being advised to return it to their local store for a full refund.
The affected product is the 400g can and affects all the stock with the best before date of July 31, 2027.
A Lily's Kitchen spokesperson, via the Tesco recall, asked customers to accept their 'heartfelt apologies' for the inconvenience.
A Tesco spokesperson said: "Lily's Kitchen is recalling a specific batch of Lily's Kitchen Pasta al Ragu with Beef, Oregano and Basil Dog Food 400g.
"This is because this product may contain pieces of plastic. If you have bought an affected product, please do not feed it to your pets.
"Instead, contact Lily's Kitchen via phone: 0207 433 1863 or email hello@lilyskitchen.co.uk .
"Please be assured no other products are affected by this voluntary recall. Lily's Kitchen has isolated the issue and are confident that they have resolved this matter.
"Please accept Lily's Kitchen's heartfelt apologies for the inconvenience."
A Morrisons spokesperson added: "We have been informed by the Brand Owner that the product may contain small pieces of plastic. As such they are requesting that we recall this product from sale.
"If you have purchased this product, please don't use it and return it to us for a full refund. We don't need a receipt.
"We apologise for the inconvenience this may cause and assure customers of our continuing commitment to the highest standard of product quality and safety.
"Thank you for shopping with us and if you need more information please contact Morrisons Online Service Department on 0345 322 0000."
A Waitrose spokesperson said: "We are recalling Lily's Kitchen Pasta al Ragu 400g due to plastic contamination.
"Do not feed to your pets. Package up the item. Return the product to your local Waitrose & Partners branch for a refund.
"Contact: Waitrose Customer Care 0800 188 884. We apologise that it has been necessary to recall the product and for the inconvenience caused."
Hot water bottle Recall
A hot water bottle sold online has been urgently recalled due to a potential fire risk.
The UK Office for Product Safety and Standards (OPSS) issued the alert for the Southern Arbor Electric Rechargeable Hot Water Bottle, which was listed on TikTok Shop and found to pose a "serious risk of fire."
The OPSS warned the product could ignite while charging, especially if misused without proper instructions.
The OPSS recall notice said: "This product presents a serious risk of fire because there is a lack of thermal protection to prevent overheating when it is subject to misuse.
"As there are no supplied instructions, it is possible that no water will be added to the product, and while it is plugged in and charging it may ignite while the user is not present, causing harm to consumer and home."
The recall was issued on Monday and includes model QM-01, PSD number 2511-0055, with barcode 69615846554 and serial/batch number 54513127286.
Other safety concerns include an adaptor with incorrectly sized pins, which does not meet UK electrical standards.
The product fails to comply with the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016 and the Plugs & Sockets (Safety) Regulations 1994.
As a result, it has been removed from TikTok Shop and recalled from end users.
Consumers are advised to stop using the product immediately and contact the distributor to request redress.
TikTok has been approached for comment.
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