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Home Bargains, a popular discount retailer, has recently issued product recall notices on eight items across various ranges due to safety concerns. Customers who have purchased any of the affected products are urged to return them for a full refund. The retailer has posted an alert on its website detailing the potential risks associated with each recalled item, including food, beauty, and children’s products that have been labeled with “do not use” or “do not eat” warnings.

List of Recalled Items:

**Optivive Allergy Eye Mist – Soothing 10ml**
Manufacturer EM Pharma has recalled the 10ml bottle of Optivive Allergy Eye Mist as a precautionary measure due to potential contamination with an unspecified substance. Customers who have recently bought this product are advised to check the expiry date to see if it falls within the affected batches (02/2026 and 04/2026) and to discontinue use immediately.

**My First Drop & Roll Tower**
TJ Morris Ltd’s “My First Drop & Roll Tower” is being recalled due to a potential choking hazard. Home Bargains warns that the rattling balls included in the children’s toy are smaller than the required standard, posing a risk of choking if a young child places the small ball in their mouth. All batch codes of this product are affected, and customers are instructed to return it to the store for a full refund.

**Pifco Convector Heater with Turbo and Timer**
Another product from TJ Morris Ltd facing a recall is the PIFCO Convector Heater with Turbo and Timer. Models sold between 1 November 2023 and 12 December 2023 with specific batch codes are included in the recall. Home Bargains highlights the risk of overheating and potential fire due to an incorrect fuse size in some heaters. Customers are advised not to use the product and return it to the store.

**Revels 205g Slimpouch**
Mars Wrigley UK is recalling some batches of Revels as a precautionary measure due to the potential presence of very small pieces of rubber. Customers are warned not to consume the product. The affected dates and batch codes are listed for reference, and customers should be vigilant about checking their purchases.

**Chocomel 300ml**
Interstoq Ltd is recalling some 300ml bottles of Chocomel due to milk not being declared in English text, posing a health risk to individuals with a milk allergy or intolerance. Customers with affected products and milk allergies are advised not to consume the drink and to seek a refund.

**Saugatuck Brewing Co. Stouts**
Saugatuck Brewing Co.’s Neapolitan Milk Stout and Blueberry & Maple Stout are being recalled by Heathwick Limited due to milk and oats not being declared as allergens on their packaging. Individuals with allergies or intolerances to milk or oats should avoid consuming these products and seek a refund.

**Dri-Pak Table Salt 750g**
Dri-Pak is recalling 750g drums of its table salt due to possible contamination with small pieces of plastic, which could pose a health risk. Customers are advised to check the batch codes on the container and return the product if affected.

**Sci-mx Ultra Muscle Strawberry 1.5kg**
Some batches of Sci-mx Ultra Muscle Strawberry Flavour 1.5kg are being recalled due to excessive caffeine levels posing a food safety risk. Customers are instructed not to consume products with specific batch and best-before codes and to seek a refund.

Refund Process:

The process for obtaining a refund for the recalled items varies depending on the product. Customers are encouraged to follow the instructions provided by Home Bargains or contact the respective manufacturers for assistance.

**Optivive Eye Mist**
Return to your local Home Bargains store or contact the EM Pharma customer careline for assistance.

**My First Drop & Roll Tower**
Return the product to your local Home Bargains or Quality Save store for a refund.

**Pifco Convector Heater**
Return the product to your local Home Bargains or Quality Save store for a refund.

**Revels Slimpouch**
Contact the Mars Wrigley UK customer careline or return the product to Home Bargains for a refund.

**Saugatuck Brewing Co. Stouts**
Return the product to Home Bargains or contact Heathwick Limited for a refund.

**Chocomel**
Return the product to Home Bargains or contact Interstoq Ltd for a refund.

**Dri-Pak Salt**
Contact Dri-Pak for assistance with obtaining a refund.

**Sci-mx Strawberry-Flavoured Protein Powder**
Contact Sci-mx Nutrition for information on returning the product and receiving a refund.

By being proactive and following the guidelines provided by Home Bargains and the manufacturers, customers can ensure their safety and receive refunds for any affected products. Stay informed and take the necessary steps to protect yourself and your family from potential risks associated with the recalled items.