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A Salmonella Outbreak Is Linked to Pistachios in Canada
- CFIA recalls multiple pistachio products after 62 Salmonella cases, including 10 hospitalizations.
- Affected items include Dubai chocolate, spreads, gelato and pastries sold across Canada.
- Salmonella may cause diarrhea, cramps, nausea and more; seek medical care if symptoms appear.
There’s an ongoing Salmonella outbreak investigation linked to various pistachio products, according to the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA). This has resulted in multiple recalls across Canada.
As of August 25, there are 62 illnesses connected to this outbreak, affecting British Columbia, Manitoba, Ontario and Quebec. Of these illnesses, 10 have resulted in hospitalizations. Below is a list of pistachio products currently recalled that may be contaminated with Salmonella—these products were sold in retail locations as well as to restaurants and other facilities:
| Brand | Product | UPC | Lot Codes | Provinces Sold |
| Al Mokhtar Food Centre | Pistachio (450-gram) | 2 60164 54022 8 | N/A | Ontario |
| Chocofolie | Chocolat Dubaï – chocolat au lait kunafa & pistache (145-gram) | N/A | 225097 through 225184 | British Columbia, Ontario, Quebec (also sold online) |
| Chocofolie | Dubaï spread – pistachio & knafeh (1-kilogram) | N/A | 225130 through 225192 | Quebec (possibly other provinces) |
| Chocofolie | Dubaï spread – pistachio (1-kilogram) | N/A | 225202 | Quebec (possibly other provinces) |
| Chocolato | Chocolat Dubaï – chocolat au lait kunafa & pistache (145-gram) | N/A | 225093 through 225132 | British Columbia, Ontario, Quebec (also sold online) |
| Chocolats Favoris | Dubai Chocolate – Pistachio & Knafeh Milk Chocolate | N/A | 225133 through 225203 | British Columbia, Ontario, Quebec (also sold online) |
| Cioffi’s Meat Market & Deli | Pistachio Shelled (1-kilogram) | N/A | WS00790 | British Columbia |
| Délifruits | Pistachio gelato (5-liter) | N/A | 225134, 225156, 225168, 225176, 225177, 225188, 225197, 225202, 225206, 225218, 225224 | Quebec (possibly other provinces) |
| Délifruits | Dubaï spread – pistachio & knafeh (1-kilogram 4-packs) | N/A | 225174 | Quebec (possibly other provinces) |
| Dubai | Pistachio & Knafeh Milk Chocolate (145-gram) | 6 11834 51237 1 | 225.093 through 225.184 | British Columbia, Ontario, Quebec (also sold online) |
| Habibi | Pistachio Kernel (10-kilogram) | 70847446000626 | 361.24IR41; 344.24IR41 | British Columbia, Ontario, Quebec |
| Vincent Sélection | Dubai Chocolate – Milk Chocolate, Knafeh & Pistachio | 9 90016 40673 9 | 225097 through 225161 | British Columbia, Ontario, Quebec (also sold online) |
In addition to the above products, multiple pastries, including baklava, pistachio cookies and more are being recalled. While these baked goods may not be as shelf-stable, still check the full recall list to see if you have any on hand.
Salmonella infection (salmonellosis) can cause mild to severe symptoms, most commonly diarrhea, stomach cramps, headaches, nausea, vomiting and loss of appetite. These symptoms can start from six hours to six days after infection, and they can last up to seven days. If you are showing any signs of salmonellosis, contact a healthcare provider as soon as possible.
For questions about this outbreak, call the CFIA’s toll-free number at 1-800-442-2342, or email information@inspection.gc.ca.
