Standfirst: Specific batches of Lidl’s Batts Taco Mayonnaise have been recalled in Ireland because of spoilage caused by fermentation. Customers should check the best-before date and avoid using affected jars.
A food recall Ireland notice has been issued for specific batches of Lidl’s Batts Taco Mayonnaise after spoilage caused by fermentation was identified. The Food Safety Authority of Ireland (FSAI) said the affected product is sold in a 425g pack and has best-before dates of 21 April 2027 and 22 April 2027.
Consumers who have this product should check the date marking before using it. The affected batches should not be consumed, and retailers have been asked to remove them from sale. Recall notices are also being displayed at the point of sale in Lidl stores.
Quick summary of the food recall Ireland alert
- Product: Batts Taco Mayonnaise
- Retailer: Lidl
- Pack size: 425g
- Affected best-before dates: 21/04/2027 and 22/04/2027
- Reason: Spoilage caused by fermentation
- Country of origin: Ireland
- FSAI alert: 2026.55
- Date of alert: 9 September 2026
Which Batts Taco Mayonnaise is affected?
The recall applies only to the specific product and date markings identified in the official FSAI food recall notice. Consumers should check both the product description and the best-before date on the jar.
| Product | Pack size | Best-before date | Retailer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Batts Taco Mayonnaise | 425g | 21/04/2027 | Lidl |
| Batts Taco Mayonnaise | 425g | 22/04/2027 | Lidl |
The FSAI notice does not identify other pack sizes, flavours, batch codes, barcodes or date markings as part of this action. Consumers should not assume that products outside the listed dates are included unless a later official update confirms an expansion.
Why has the product been recalled?
The affected mayonnaise is being recalled because of spoilage caused by fermentation. Fermentation can lead to changes in a food’s condition and quality, which is why the named jars are being withdrawn from sale as a precautionary food recall Ireland action.
The official notice does not describe the issue as a confirmed microbiological contamination event and does not identify a specific pathogen. It also does not report that anyone has become ill. Consumers should therefore rely on the exact FSAI wording and avoid speculating beyond the information provided.
What should consumers do?
If you have Batts Taco Mayonnaise in a 425g jar with a best-before date of 21/04/2027 or 22/04/2027, do not eat or use it. Keep the product separate from other food and follow the retailer’s instructions for returning or disposing of it.
The official notice specifically asks retailers and other food businesses to remove the affected batches from sale and display recall notices at points of sale. The notice does not provide separate confirmed information about receipt requirements, refund arrangements or whether a full refund is available. Customers should contact Lidl directly or ask staff in the relevant store about the applicable return process.
How to check your jar
- Find the Batts Taco Mayonnaise label.
- Confirm that the jar is 425g.
- Check the best-before marking printed on the packaging.
- Do not use the product if the date is 21/04/2027 or 22/04/2027.
- Contact Lidl for return and refund guidance.
Where was the product sold?
The named retailer is Lidl. The FSAI notice states that recall notices will be displayed at the point of sale in Lidl stores. It does not provide a list of individual branches or confirm that every Lidl store stocked the affected batches.
This is therefore a Lidl product recall rather than a wider multi-retailer alert. No other supermarkets or convenience retailers are named in the official notice.
What if someone has already used the mayonnaise?
Anyone concerned after consuming the affected product should seek appropriate medical advice. The FSAI notice gives no diagnosis or symptom guidance, so readers should not rely on assumptions about their health or attempt to self-diagnose.
People with questions about the recall can check the official Food Safety Authority of Ireland alert, identified as notification 2026.55, or contact Lidl for practical information about returning the product.
Frequently asked questions
Which food product has been recalled?
Batts Taco Mayonnaise in a 425g pack, sold by Lidl, is affected.
Which dates should I check?
Check for best-before dates of 21 April 2027 and 22 April 2027.
Why was the mayonnaise recalled?
The product was recalled due to spoilage caused by fermentation.
Are all Batts Taco Mayonnaise jars affected?
No. The FSAI notice identifies only the 425g product with the two listed best-before dates. Other products or dates have not been confirmed as affected.
Can I return the product?
Consumers should contact Lidl or speak with store staff about the applicable return and refund arrangements. The FSAI notice does not confirm whether a receipt is required.
Key takeaway
This food recall Ireland alert affects Lidl’s 425g Batts Taco Mayonnaise with best-before dates of 21/04/2027 and 22/04/2027. Do not use an affected jar, check the date marking carefully and contact Lidl for return guidance. Further information should be taken from the latest official FSAI update if the recall changes.
