Make it Raw has issued a recall for a specific batch of its Spiced Apple and Buckwheat Grawnola (300g) brand due to the possible presence of E. coli.
Consumers have been urged to check their products and take the necessary precautions to ensure their safety.
- Product Type: Granola
- Name: Make it Raw brand Spiced Apple and Buckwheat Grawnola (300g)
- Date Marking: Use By: 23/07/2025
- Package Description: 300g brown paper stand-up pouch
This product has been sold at the following locations:
- Harbour Co-op – 12 London Street, Lyttelton 8082
- Piko Wholefoods – 229 Kilmore Street, Christchurch 8011
- Riverside Market – 96 Oxford Terrace, Christchurch 8011
- Soul Food Organic Queenstown – 19 Grant Road, Frankton 9300
- Online Sales: Available through the Make it Raw website
The product has not been exported outside of New Zealand. No other Make it Raw products are affected by this recall.
Retailers carrying this product should display a point-of-sale notice for one month to inform customers.
Customers who have purchased Make it Raw brand Spiced Apple and Buckwheat Grawnola (300g) with the specified use-by date should not consume the product.
Although there have been no reports of illness associated with this recall, consumers are advised to seek medical attention if they have health concerns after consuming the product.
If you have purchased this product, verify the Use By date on the packaging. Discard the product or return it to the retailer. Customers can return the affected product to the retailer for a full refund.
E coli infections can cause symptoms such as abdominal cramps, diarrhea, nausea, and vomiting. In severe cases, complications can arise, particularly for vulnerable individuals such as young children, the elderly, and those with weakened immune systems.
For more information on E. coli symptoms and safety advice, consult a medical professional or visit relevant health advisory websites.
Make it Raw is committed to ensuring the safety and well-being of its customers and has apologised for any inconvenience caused by this recall.
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