Apology over plastic pieces in Kit Kats

The company said the 48 gram Peanut Butter, Hazelnut, Choc Fudge and Caramel flavour chocolate bars were being recalled “to avoid any risk whatsoever to our consumers”.

Kit Kat Chunky Collection Giant Eggs were also being called back.

Nestlé advised consumers not to eat the products and return them unopened for a full refund.

A spokesman said: “The safety and quality of our products are non-negotiable priorities for the company.

“We sincerely apologise to our consumers for any inconvenience caused by this voluntary recall.”

The affected chocolate treats are:

Kit Kat Chunky Peanut Butter (48g) with a best before date range of September 2013 to February 2014.

Kit Kat Chunky Hazelnut (48g) with a best before date range of September to October 2013.

Kit Kat Chunky Choc Fudge (48g) with a best before date range of September to October 2013.

Kit Kat Chunky Caramel (48g) with a best before date range of June to July 2013.

Kit Kat Chunky Hazelnut Multipack with a best before date range September to December 2013.

Kit Kat Chunky Collection Giant Egg with a best before date of July 2013.

Any consumers who have purchased the products are asked to return them to: Kit Kat Chunky Recall, PO Box 205, Freepost 1374, York, YO91 1XB.

More information is available on Freephone (land line only) 0800 604604 from 8am to 8pm.