Metal wire found in some fruit mince pies, recall issued

Woolworths has recalled some fruit mince pies sold at its supermarkets after metal wire was discovered in batches.

The nationwide recall of the Woolworths brand Shortcrust Summer Berry Mince Pies comes after two people complained about the product, according to authorities.

Two suspect batches of mince pies sold at Woolworths, Countdown, SuperValue and FreshChoice stores have been recalled.

New Zealand Food Safety deputy director-general Vincent Arbuckle said the possible presence of fine metal could've happened due to a manufacturing problem.

"Two consumer complaints have been received but fortunately no injuries have occurred," he said. "The concern with this product is that some fine wire may have got into these mince pies due to a manufacturing problem.

"If you have bought any of these mince pies, they should not be eaten, and can be returned to the place of purchase for a refund.

"The batches under recall have already been removed from store shelves and have not been exported.

The two recalled batches consist of the following:

"Please carefully check the best-before date as not all batches are affected."

People who have consumed the product and are concerned for their health are urged to call Healthline for free advice.

Arbuckle said: “As is our usual practice, New Zealand Food Safety will be working with Woolworths to understand how the contamination occurred and prevent its recurrence."