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Popular food and drinks company PepsiCo is recalling bags of Chilli Heatwave Doritos because they could contain milk not mentioned on the label.

Allergy charities are warning people not to eat the the crisps if they are allergic or intolerant to milk or milk proteins.

AllergyUK said: "PepsiCo is recalling two pack sizes of Doritos Chilli Heatwave because they contain milk which is not mentioned on the label.

"This means the product is a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy or intolerance to milk or milk constituents.

"If you have bought the above product and have an allergy or intolerance to milk or milk constituents, do not eat it."

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The Food Standards Authority issued batch codes of the affected snacks which all have the 'Best Before' date of October 7, 2017.

The batch code for the 150g bag is:

GBC209 166 and GBC209 167 (time code affected between 23:47 – 01:00) 7174

The batch code for the 90g bag is:

GBC207 166 and GBC207 167 (time code affected between 23:47 – 01:00) 7187

A spokesman for PepsiCo said: "We are recalling a limited quantity of Doritos Chilli Heatwave 90g and 150g packs as a small amount of incorrectly flavoured product may have been packed into these bags.

"The product contains flavourings which contain milk, cheese powder and milk protein.

"Whilst the packaging does state that the chips are made in a factory which handles milk, the allergen is not declared on the ingredients list and therefore presents an allergen risk for milk.

"We take the safety and quality of our products very seriously and we are reaching out to consumers through retailers, the FSA, allergen support group networks and our own database of those affected by allergies.

"We sincerely apologise for any inconvenience caused. If you believe you are affected please contact our Customer Care Line on 0800 274 777 for a full refund and for further information and advice.

"No other Doritos products are affected.”