ASTOR Chocolate Wafer Sticks Recalled in Australia Over Undeclared Cashew

More Impex Pty Ltd has recalled ASTOR Chocolate Wafer Stick 150g in Australia because the product contains cashew that is not declared on the label. Food Standards Australia New Zealand published the recall on October 2, 2026, making the missing allergen declaration—not microbial contamination—the central safety issue.

The affected product is the 150 gram pack marked with a best-before date of “MEI 2027,” meaning May 2027. Consumers should use that package information to identify the recalled item rather than assuming every wafer product or every ASTOR-branded product is involved.

FSANZ says the wafer sticks were sold through Asian grocery stores and online in New South Wales. That distribution pattern matters because a specialty import can reach buyers through both small independent retailers and ecommerce channels, so the recall may not be visible through a single large supermarket notice.

Cashew is a tree nut allergen. For a person with a cashew allergy or intolerance, the absence of a clear declaration removes information needed to avoid the ingredient. The recall notice does not allege that the product is unsafe for every consumer; it targets the undeclared-allergen risk for susceptible people.

People with a cashew allergy or intolerance should not eat the recalled wafer sticks. FSANZ advises returning the product to the place of purchase for a full refund, and anyone concerned about their health should seek medical advice.

The case also highlights the control points facing food importers and private distributors. Ingredient specifications, translated labels, allergen statements and changes made by an overseas manufacturer all need to match the product that actually reaches the Australian market. A correct formulation record is not enough if the retail label omits a material allergen.

Retailers handling the recall should identify remaining stock, remove it from sale, preserve purchase and batch information where available, and make the notice visible to online as well as in-store customers. Because the listed best-before date extends into 2027, affected packs could otherwise remain in homes or retail inventories for months.

Consumers without a cashew allergy or intolerance should still check the pack before sharing it with others. The practical lesson is that allergen recalls are information failures with potentially serious consequences: the food may look and taste normal, while the label does not give every buyer the facts needed to make a safe choice.