Magnum ice creams are being urgently recalled amid fears they may contain plastic and metal. The manufacturer, Unilever, has issued a “do not eat” warning for packs of the almond flavoured treats.

This follows similar concerns last month over classic Magnums. The Food Standards Agency (FSA), which published both alerts, has declared the products “unsafe to eat”.

Five batches of the three-pack Magnum almond ice creams are affected by the recall. Only those sold in the UK and Ireland with a best-before date of December 2025 are at risk.

These boxes typically retail at Tesco and Sainsbury‘s for £3.25. The recall affects only boxes with the batch code L3338, L3339, L3340, L3341 and L3342.

Unilever has also issued a point-of-sale notice explaining the reason for the recall and advising customers on what to do if they have purchased the affected items. 

Customers are asked not to consume the products and to contact Unilever for further guidance.

Unilever stated: “We apologise for any inconvenience caused and thank you for your co-operation.” The Magnum classics affected by March’s recall were also sold in boxes of three.

The FSA issues food recalls when problems are identified that mean a product should not be sold.

Pieces of metal in food can pose a serious risk, causing injury and presenting a choking hazard for both children and adults.

Choking occurs when the airway is suddenly obstructed, either partially or fully, to the extent that breathing is hindered.

If an adult’s airways become blocked, they may be capable of clearing the blockage themselves.

However, if coughing doesn’t rectify the situation, back blows and abdominal thrusts could be beneficial. If these methods prove ineffective, it is crucial to dial 999 immediately.

The NHS has issued a warning against administering abdominal thrusts to infants under one-year-old or pregnant women.