Dunnes Stores recalls desiccated coconut products because they may contain pieces of green plastic
Why it was recalled
Dunnes Stores is recalling its desiccated coconut products because pieces of green plastic may be present. Desiccated coconut is stirred and baked into foods where small plastic fragments would be invisible, from cakes to curries, so contaminated packs cannot be made safe by careful use.
Baking ingredients also linger in cupboards for months, which is why checking now matters even if you have not baked recently.
Affected products
| Product | Pack size | Batch codes | Use by |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dunnes Stores Desiccated Coconut | 250g | All | – |
| Gem Desiccated Coconut | 250g | All | – |
What you should do
If you have bought the above products, do not use them. Instead, return them to where you bought them from for a full refund.
What this means for you
If you have Dunnes desiccated coconut at home, stop using it, and if you have baked with it recently there is no cause for alarm, but do not use the remainder. Return the pack to the store for a full refund. Coconut products from other brands are unaffected. The official FSA notice carries the authoritative batch details and instructions.
Action taken by the business
Dunnes Stores is recalling the above products. Point of sale notices will be displayed in all retail stores that are selling these products. These notices explain to customers why the products are being recalled and tell them what to do if they have bought the products. Please see the attached notice.
Official sources
Read the full notice on the Food Standards AgencyFSA reference: FSA-PRIN-46-2025 · Last updated 22 October 2025
This page includes an editorial summary generated to help readers understand the recall. Always refer to the official FSA notice for authoritative information and instructions.
Data sourced from the UK Food Standards Agency under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Yum Britannia is an independent service and is not affiliated with the FSA.