Garlic powder recalled across Canada due to bacterial contamination

Check your pantry ASAP.

Key Points

• Heavenly Spices Garlic Powder is recalled due to Bacillus cereus contamination, posing health risks.
• Affected packages have a UPC of “6 67888 50634 7” and a best-by date of January 30, 2029.
• Dispose of or return the product for a refund; contact CFIA for questions or health concerns.

The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) just announced a recall on bottles of garlic powder sold at retail locations nationwide and online. This is due to a bacterial contamination.

The product recalled is Heavenly Spices Garlic Powder sold in 70-gram packages with printed UPC of “6 67888 50634 7.” The affected garlic powder also contains a best-by date of January 30, 2029, and additional code “GP 30ZV PIT.”

Check your pantry, and if you have the impacted garlic powder on hand, dispose of it or return to your place of purchase for a potential refund. The product is being recalled because it may be contaminated with Bacillus cereus, a type of bacteria that can cause foodborne illness. If you are experiencing symptoms like watery diarrhea, abdominal pain, fever, nausea and/or vomiting after consuming the recalled garlic powder, contact a healthcare professional immediately.

This recall has been classified as a Class II recall, meaning it may cause temporary health effects for consumers. For questions about this recall, contact the CFIA by calling 1-613-773-2342 or emailing [email protected].

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