A popular kid's chocolate has been recalled just ahead of Easter following concerns over salmonella poisoning. 

Ferrero Australia Pty. Ltd is conducting a recall of Kinder Easter Basket 120g (6x20g), Kinder Mini Eggs Hazelnut 100g, Kinder Surprise Maxi 100g and Kinder Surprise Maxi - Natoons 100g. 

The products have been available for sale nationally at Coles, Woolworths, Target, Kmart, Big W, independent food retailers including IGA and petrol stations, and online.

The affected products include:

- Kinder Easter Basket 120g (6x20g). Best Before dates from 7/10/22 up to and including 20/11/22

- Kinder Mini Eggs Hazelnut 100g. Best Before dates from 23/8/22 up to and including 13/9/22

- Kinder Surprise Maxi 100g. Best Before dates from 23/8/22 up to and including 13/9/22

- Kinder Surprise Maxi – Natoons 100g. Best Before dates from 23/8/22 up to and including 13/9/22.

The Kinder Surprise 20g single and three-pack eggs in white, blue and pink varieties sold in Australia are not affected. All other Ferrero products, including other Kinder products, are not affected by this recall.

The Australian Food Authority says the recall is due to potential microbial (Salmonella) contamination.

Food products contaminated with Salmonella may cause illness if consumed.

The country of origin for these products is Belgium, products manufactured in Italy are not affected. 

Consumers should not eat this product and should return the products to the place of purchase for a full refund.

Any consumers concerned about their health should seek medical advice.