TK Maxx has issued a "do not eat" warning to customers after being forced to recall chocolate bars as they pose a health risk to some customers.

Both TK Maxx and Homesense have been forced to recall batches of Lokumella Mini Pistachio Bars.

The recall comes after undeclared milk was found in the chocolate bars which could cause some customers to have an allergic reaction.

The chocolate bars being recalled by TK Maxx

The Lokumella Mini Pistachio Bars affected by the recall were sold in TK Maxx and Homesense stores between January and March 2025.

Lokumella Mini Pistachio Bars have been recalled by both TK MAxx and Homesense. Lokumella Mini Pistachio Bars have been recalled by both TK Maxx and Homesense. (Image: TK Maxx) The product codes for these items (which can be found on price tickets and receipts) will either read 758612 or 758664.

What to do if you have purchased one of the affected chocolate bars?

TK Maxx, on its website, said: "If you purchased the product and are allergic to milk, please stop using it immediately and return to any TK Maxx or Homesense store."

The retailer added: "We are offering a full refund or a replacement for all affected products."

What's the difference between best before and use-by dates?

For more information, you can visit the TK Maxx website (a link to which can be found above).

You can also get in touch by calling 01923 473 561 or emailing customerservice@tjxeurope.com.

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Food allergy symptoms

Cow's milk is among one of the most common food allergies, according to the NHS.

Common symptoms of a food allergy include:

  • Feeling dizzy or lightheaded
  • Itchy skin or a raised rash (hives)
  • Swelling of the lips, face and eyes (Angioedema)
  • Coughing, wheezing, breathlessness, noisy breathing or a hoarse voice
  • Sneezing or an itchy, runny or blocked nose
  • Feeling sick or being sick
  • Tummy pain
  • Diarrhoea

The NHS warned: "You may get symptoms straight after eating the food you're allergic to, or days later."