UK regulators have issued a “do not eat” warning for a recalled tinned soup sold in UK supermarkets, after concerns it could “swell and potentially rupture.” The Foods Standards Agency says the issue raises safety risks for customers and that the product should not be consumed.

Retailers including Tesco and Waitrose are covered by the recall reporting. Several outlets highlight the same core reason for the alert: the tins may be at risk of swelling or bursting and the soup may have an unpleasant smell and taste. Across the coverage, the emphasis is on the immediate consumer warning and the regulator’s rationale, with outlets repeating the recall message and the potential consequences.

While most reports align on the nature of the risk and the “do not eat” instruction, some add specific sensory details—such as “unpleasant odour and flavour”—alongside the rupture concern. Overall, the coverage remains consistent in describing a health and safety-focused food recall prompted by the Foods Standards Agency.