Mainland recalls three products

Fonterra Brands (New Zealand) Ltd (FBNZ) is conducting a voluntary recall of the following products:


· Mainland Tasty Block 500g

- Best Before date of 28 March 2012 (Batches JI and JE)

· Mainland Tasty Block 700g

- Best before date of 28 April 2012 (Batch JF)

· Mainland Tasty Block 1kg

- Best before date of 28 December 2011 (Batch BD)

- Best before date of 28 January 2012 (Batches AB, AC and AD)

- Best before date of 28 February 2012 (Batch BF)


Dominic Quin, FBNZ General Manager Marketing and Innovation, said that the recall follows the detection of a metal fragment found in a single pack. There have been no reports of anyone being injured or becoming ill.

“The voluntary recall is a precautionary measure as there can be no compromise when it comes to product quality or the health and safety of our consumers.

“We advise anyone with family or friends who may have bought this product to contact them in case they do not see or hear this announcement,” Mr Quin said.

Consumers should not consume the above-stated products but should return them to the point of purchase (with the appropriate packaging (batch code included)) for a full refund.

This recall is limited to the above-stated products and no other Mainland products are affected.


Food recall notices have been placed in daily newspapers across New Zealand this week and authorities have been notified.

For further information, consumers should call the FBNZ Customer and Consumer Services line: 0800 256 257.