Morrisons has issued an urgent recall for its Savers Cashews after the Food Standards Agency warned that certain packs could contain pieces of glass, making the product unsafe to eat. The recall covers 125g packages of the nuts with best-before dates of 9 August 2026, 6 September 2026, 26 September 2026, 28 September 2026, and 9 October 2026. The FSA said it had circulated a Product Recall Information Notice to alert consumers and local authorities to the problem.
Refund process for affected customers
Customers who have bought any of the recalled cashew nuts are urged not to eat them and to return the packs to their nearest Morrisons store. The supermarket has confirmed that a full refund will be given without the need for a receipt. Shoppers seeking further information can contact Morrisons Customer Services on 0345 611 6111 or visit the company’s Help Hub online. A Morrisons spokesperson said: “No other products are affected by this issue. We apologise for the inconvenience this may cause and assure customers of our continuing commitment to the highest standard of product quality and safety.”
Health risks from ingesting glass shards
The potential health consequences of swallowing glass fragments are serious. The FSA has highlighted that if glass is present in the product, consumption could lead to damage to the oesophagus, internal irritation, and bleeding. Sharp shards can cause cuts and abrasions to the soft tissues of the throat and digestive tract, which may result in pain, difficulty swallowing, and, in more severe cases, internal injuries requiring medical attention. The risk of bleeding is particularly concerning because it can occur without immediate symptoms, delaying diagnosis and treatment. Because glass is not digestible, any fragment that passes through the body can cause trauma along the entire gastrointestinal pathway. The FSA emphasised that the product “may be unsafe to eat” and that consumers should take the recall seriously.
The FSA’s role in the recall
The Food Standards Agency defines a recall as the removal of unsafe food from the supply chain combined with advice to consumers to take specific action, such as returning or disposing of the product. A withdrawal, by contrast, occurs when unsafe food is removed before it reaches consumers. In this case, the FSA has issued a Product Recall Information Notice, and point-of-sale notices explaining the recall and the required steps will be displayed in all retail stores that sell the affected nuts. Recalls of this kind are typically initiated voluntarily by the manufacturer or distributor, although the FSA can request or mandate one if necessary. The agency also issues ‘Food Alerts for Action’ to provide local authorities with further details for consumer protection.
Morrisons’ food safety standards
Morrisons has stated that food safety is its “absolute priority.” The supermarket operates its own manufacturing sites and sources products from trusted suppliers, all of whom are expected to meet the company’s high standards. Morrisons has developed its Own Brand Food Manufacturing Standard, a set of rigorous requirements that suppliers must adhere to, and uses this alongside the BRCGS Global Standard. Regular audits are conducted to ensure compliance, and product specifications that define safety and quality attributes are checked through product assessment, chemical testing, and microbiological testing.
Previous similar incident
This is not the first time in recent months that glass contamination fears have prompted a recall of cashew nuts. In November 2025, Poundland issued a “do not eat” warning for its The Tasty Snack Co. Roasted and Salted Cashews (100g bags, best before 19 July 2026, batch code 56T 25255) over concerns the product might contain glass. The FSA supported that recall as well, noting the same potential dangers of glass fragments.