Domino's pizza 'do not eat' warning issued as chain withdraws another popular dip from sale

An urgent food safety warning has been issued for a popular Domino's item over fears it could be unsafe to eat. The Food Safety Authority of Ireland (FSAI) issued an allergen alert for the chain's BBQ Dip on Sunday, due to the potential presence of an undeclared allergen.

The FSAI has identified that certain batches of Domino's BBQ Dip and the larger variant, Domino's The Big Dip - BBQ, may contain peanuts that are not listed in the ingredients. This could pose a significant risk for people who have peanut allergies or intolerances, as the consumption of these dips could trigger serious allergic reactions.

A spokesperson said: "The below batches of Domino's BBQ Dip and Domino's The Big Dip - BBQ may contain peanuts which is not declared in the list of ingredients. This may make the batches unsafe for consumers who are allergic to or intolerant of peanuts."

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The affected products include 25g dips with best before dates extending to December 2024 and January 2025. The 100g 'Big Dips' affected have best before dates of January 31, 2025, February 7, 2025, February 8, 2025, February 20, 2025, and February 27, 2025.

This recent alert follows similar warnings that were issued last month about Domino's Garlic and Herb and Mustard and Honey dips, which were also found to have undeclared allergens. All batches sold to customers on or before September 15 were recalled, while products purchased after September 16 remain unaffected.

The FSAI’s warning is part of a broader investigation linked to contamination concerns regarding mustard powder and mustard flour imported to the UK from India. The Food Standards Agency (FSA) in the UK reported that these batches contained undeclared peanut protein, prompting the FSAI to take precautionary measures to protect consumers in Ireland.

As a result, the FSAI is advising anyone with a peanut allergy or a suspected allergy to avoid any products containing mustard as an ingredient. The authority advises to check labels for any allergens prior to consumption, as mustard is classified as a priority food allergen in the EU and must be clearly declared on packaging for both pre-packed and non-pre-packed food items.

The Food Standards Agency in the UK is actively working to trace the source and distribution of the affected batches, with investigations ongoing.

Should any additional implicated products be identified on the market in Ireland, the FSAI is prepared to issue further alerts to ensure consumer safety.

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