Urgent Food Safety Alert Issued Over Mouse Contamination in Porridge Products
The Food Standards Agency (FSA) has escalated a critical food safety warning today, March 22, 2026, following the withdrawal of nine products from MOMA Foods due to potential mouse contamination. Consumers are being urgently advised not to consume these items as they may pose serious health risks.
Details of the Recall and Affected Products
In an official alert, the FSA disclosed that MOMA Foods is recalling various porridge pots and sachet products after discovering possible mouse contamination at one of its manufacturing facilities. The agency emphasised that these products are considered unsafe for consumption and should be immediately removed from shelves.
Point of sale notices are being displayed in all retail stores stocking these items, as well as on the company's website, to inform customers about the recall and provide guidance on next steps.
The complete list of affected products includes specific porridge pot and sachet varieties, with lot numbers stamped on the base of pots or the reverse of sachets. Key products involved in the recall are:
- MOMA Almond Butter & Salted Caramel Porridge Pot 55g
- MOMA Apple, Cinnamon & Brown Sugar Porridge Pot 65g
- MOMA Banana & Peanut Butter Protein Porridge Pot 65g
- MOMA Blueberry & Vanilla Porridge Pot 65g
- MOMA Cranberry & Raisin Porridge Pot 70g
- MOMA Golden Syrup Porridge Pot 70g
- MOMA Plain No-Added Sugar Porridge Pot 65g
- MOMA Almond Butter & Salted Caramel Porridge Sachets 7x40g
- MOMA Apple, Cinnamon & Brown Sugar Porridge Sachets 6x40g
Each product has associated pack sizes and lot numbers, which consumers must check carefully. The FSA has confirmed that no other MOMA products are affected by this contamination issue.
Risk Statement and Consumer Advice
The FSA issued a stark risk statement, noting: “These products may contain mouse contamination making them unsafe to eat.” This contamination could lead to foodborne illnesses or other health hazards if ingested.
MOMA Foods has provided clear instructions for consumers who have purchased any of the affected products. They are advised not to consume them under any circumstances. Instead, customers should return the products to the store where they were purchased to receive a full refund.
For further information or assistance, consumers can contact MOMA Foods directly via email at getintouch@momafoods.co.uk. The company and regulatory authorities are working to ensure all contaminated products are removed from circulation promptly.
This recall highlights ongoing concerns about food safety standards in manufacturing processes and underscores the importance of rigorous hygiene protocols to prevent such incidents.
