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.