Waitrose has urgently recalled a popular kitchen utensil after tests revealed it contains dangerous levels of chemicals that could cause cancer.
The Good Grips Pasta Scoop Strainer has been flagged following the discovery of excessive primary aromatic amines (PAAs) in a certain batch.
Shoppers who purchased the pasta scoop between May last year and last week have been urged to "stop using it immediately".
The recall could affect countless households across Britain who may have purchased the kitchen tool during the 17-month period.
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PAAs, substances used to make certain dyes and pigments, are known carcinogens (capable of causing cancer).
The contaminated pasta scoops contain PAA levels above what is legally allowed, meaning "a risk of exposure to a potential carcinogen".
To stay safe, anyone who has bought the Good Grips Pasta Scoop Strainer between May 15, 2024 and October 25, 2025, must cease use straight away.
Good Grips Pasta Scoop Strainer contains excessive amounts of PAAs
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Customers should package up the item and take it back to any Waitrose branch for a full refund, with or without a receipt.
Those with further concerns or questions can contact Waitrose Customer Care at 0800 188 884, option 4.
The supermarket apologised that the recall had been necessary and for any inconvenience caused to shoppers.
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Waitrose has apologised for the recall and assured customers of its commitment to product quality
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"We would like to assure customers of our continued commitment to the highest standards of product quality and food safety," the supermarket added.
With the warning covering nearly a year and a half of sales, Waitrose shoppers are urged to check their utensil drawers now.
Product safety alerts, such as recalls and withdrawals, should always be taken seriously to ensure customer safety.
Just days ago, a "do not eat" warning was issued to shoppers as baking ingredients were pulled from shelves across the UK and Ireland.
Meanwhile, a Henry vacuum cleaner was urgently recalled due to a "serious" electric shock risk.
And Morrisons shoppers were warned after the supermarket disclosed a major labelling error.
For the latest product safety alerts, Britons can consult the Office for Product Safety and Standards (OPSS). For the latest food safety alerts, the Food Standards Agency (FSA) provides the most up-to-date information.
Alternatively, all major supermarkets and retailers have product safety web pages where announcements are posted.
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