Food & drink

Hobnobs Original

McVitie's

The company has confirmed this product contains animal-derived ingredients or processing aids. The receipt below explains what.

Filed 15 April 2026

The receipt The manufacturer's reply, on file.
From
Consumer Services, Pladis (McVitie's) <[email protected]>
To
The Archivist <[email protected]>
Subject
Re: Vegan status enquiry — Hobnobs Original
Date
15 April 2026
Ref
VA-HOBNOBS
Hobnobs Original contain whey powder, which is derived from milk. The product is not suitable for vegans.
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Dear Customer, Thank you for contacting Pladis regarding Hobnobs Original. Hobnobs Original contain whey powder, which is derived from milk. The product is not suitable for vegans. We have noted your enquiry and will pass it on to the relevant team — there is currently no plan to reformulate Hobnobs Original. If you are looking for a vegan-friendly biscuit from our range, McVitie's Digestive Original biscuits are suitable for vegans. Kind regards, Helen Marsden Consumer Services Pladis
Filed15 April 2026 Reviewed byadmin Confidence95%