Overview
- The recall applies to Coles Smooth Peanut Butter 1kg and Coles Crunchy Peanut Butter 1kg sold in-store and online between May 1 and June 30, 2025.
- Affected batches carry a best-before date of February 5, 2027, after testing revealed aflatoxin levels above safety thresholds.
- Aflatoxins are natural toxins produced by certain moulds that can lead to acute illness and long-term liver damage if ingested.
- Customers are advised not to consume the recalled products and can return them to any Coles supermarket or contact Coles Online Customer Care at 1800 455 400 for a refund or credit.
- Health authorities continue to monitor the peanut butter supply chain for additional contaminated batches to protect public health.