While the packaging appears premium, it’s what’s missing from the label that could prove deadly.
The warning centers around three Dubai-style chocolate bars — including the Nrosis Schokolade Love of Dubai, Fix It Dubai Kunafa Chocolate (50g), and Le Damas Dubai Chocolate Kunafa and Pistachio (200g). Sold primarily by smaller retailers and online shops, these sweets have now been recalled due to the presence of undeclared nuts, including peanuts, almonds, cashews, and walnuts — ingredients that can trigger severe allergic reactions in some individuals.
Food Standards Agency (FSA) officials have confirmed that all batch codes and best-before dates are affected. Adding to the concern is the fact that Black Sea Trading Ltd, the supplier, has been unreachable, forcing individual retailers to initiate recalls on their own.
Authorities warn that even a trace of these hidden allergens could induce anaphylaxis — a rapid and potentially fatal reaction that can cause swelling of the throat, unconsciousness, and even death within minutes.
The problem is compounded by the growing Dubai chocolate trend on social media, where pistachio-filled, gold-foiled bars have gained cult-like popularity. Many of these trending treats, often imported without oversight, are missing crucial English-language labeling, allergen warnings, and manufacturer contact details — all essential for safe UK retailing.
Earlier this year, separate testing by European agencies found other imported chocolate bars under the same trend contained undeclared sesame, banned colorants, and in some cases, carcinogenic aflatoxins linked to liver cancer.
As the FSA continues working with local authorities to remove affected bars from shelves, consumers are strongly advised to dispose of any such product at home and report the point of purchase to local Trading Standards — especially if they have a nut allergy.
The message is clear: if a chocolate bar doesn’t clearly list its ingredients in English — don’t risk it.