Coles, Woolworths and IGA recall: glass found in jars of Fehlbergs jalapeños — what’s affected and what to do now

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A nationwide recall is underway for a popular pantry staple sold at Coles, Woolworths and independent retailers including IGA after fragments of glass were detected in certain jars. Food Standards Australia New Zealand (FSANZ) confirmed the alert mid-week, with fresh retail notices posted into the weekend as stock is pulled from shelves and online stores.

What’s being recalled (Australia-wide)

Product: Fehlbergs Pickled Sliced Jalapeños — Chilli Medley
Size: 470g jar
Date mark: Best Before 30/04/2028
Sold at: Coles, Woolworths, and independent retailers including IGA (national)
Hazard: Foreign matter (glass) — risk of injury or illness if consumed
Status: Active recall; product is being withdrawn from sale and flagged at checkouts

If you have this item at home, do not eat it. Place the jar in a bag or wrap it to avoid cuts, and return it to the place of purchase for a full refund. No receipt is required during a recall.

How the recall works and why it matters

Glass contamination can occur when packaging or production equipment fails, leaving invisible or visible fragments in the food. Even tiny shards pose a laceration and internal-injury risk, especially in sliced products that are eaten straight from the jar or added to meals without additional cooking.

Retailers and distributors are required to:

Remove affected stock from shelves and online listings.
Post in-store notices at point of sale.
Notify loyalty/app customers where possible and coordinate refund procedures.

FSANZ coordinates the national alert with the manufacturer and state food authorities, tracks compliance, and updates public guidance as new information arrives.

What to do if you’ve already consumed the product

If you feel unwell, experience mouth or throat pain, abdominal discomfort, or notice bleeding, seek medical advice promptly and mention potential glass ingestion.
Retain any remaining product and the jar lid/label (showing the date mark) if a clinician or regulator requests it.
You may still return the product for a refund even if it’s been opened, as long as it matches the recall details.

For consumer questions about this specific recall, the manufacturer has provided a customer line during business hours. FSANZ’s recall page also lists contact details and updates as they are published by the company and retailers.

How to check your pantry (quick scan)

Find the brand and flavour: Look for Fehlbergs and the Chilli Medley variety of Pickled Sliced Jalapeños.
Confirm the size: 470g glass jar.
Check the date mark: Best Before 30/04/2028.
If it matches, stop using it immediately and follow the refund steps.

If your jar is a different size, flavour, or date, it is not included in this alert unless a later notice expands the scope.

Will more items be added?

Recall scopes can change as additional batches are tested. FSANZ posts new alerts or amendments when necessary. Retailers also update their recall pages as soon as instructions change. If you see shelf tags or receive app notifications in coming days, treat them as live guidance.

Recent recall context (ongoing vigilance)

Australia has seen several high-profile recalls this spring, including undeclared allergen alerts and microbial risks on separate products sold at major chains and independents. While those are separate from the glass hazard listed here, the takeaway is the same: check labels, note date marks, and act quickly when an alert surfaces.

Consumer checklist (cut out and keep)

✅ Do not eat Fehlbergs Pickled Sliced Jalapeños Chilli Medley 470g with Best Before 30/04/2028.
✅ Bag and return the jar to Coles, Woolworths, or your IGA/independent store for a full refund.
✅ Seek medical advice if you suspect you’ve ingested glass.
✅ Watch for updates in case the recall window expands to additional batches.

If further details are released—such as batch codes or distribution updates—this page will reflect the changes. For now, the guidance is simple: check your pantry, return the affected jar, and spread the word to anyone who might have stocked up for the weekend.