Waitrose recalls Waitrose Essential Pitted Black Olives because of contamination with Listeria monocytogenes
Why it was recalled
Waitrose is recalling Waitrose Essential Pitted Black Olives because Listeria monocytogenes has been found in the product.
Affected products
| Product | Pack size | Batch codes | Use by |
|---|---|---|---|
| Waitrose Essential Pitted Black Olives | 120g | All | 13 September 2026 18 September 2026 27 September 2026 |
What you should do
If you have bought the above product do not eat it. Instead, return it to your nearest Waitrose store where you will be given a full refund. For further information, please contact Waitrose Customer Care on 0800 188 884, Option 4.
Action taken by the business
Waitrose is recalling the above product. Point of sale notices will be displayed in all retail stores that are selling this product. These notices explain to customers why the product is being recalled and tell them what to do if they have bought the product. Please see the attached notice.
Official sources
Read the full notice on the Food Standards AgencyFSA reference: FSA-PRIN-44-2026 · Last updated 10 September 2026
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