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Countries of origin · 12 Nov 2026

Food from Canada: safety alerts and border rejections

Every food safety notice we track for products from Canada: EU RASFF alerts and border rejections, and the import refusals and recalls published by Japan, Australia, the US, the UK and Canada.

Notices, 12 months14prior 12 months: 33
Border rejections, 12 months1refused at the border
Top hazard, 3 yearsUndeclared allergen8 notices
Reported by2EU (RASFF), United States

Notices per month

EU (RASFF)United StatesAustralia
01235EU (RASFF), Nov 2022: 1United States, Nov 2022: 1NovUnited States, Dec 2022: 1United States, Jan 2023: 1EU (RASFF), Feb 2023: 1United States, Mar 2023: 1United States, Apr 2023: 1EU (RASFF), May 2023: 2MayEU (RASFF), Jun 2023: 2United States, Jun 2023: 1EU (RASFF), Jul 2023: 1United States, Jul 2023: 1United States, Oct 2023: 2EU (RASFF), Nov 2023: 1NovEU (RASFF), Jan 2024: 1EU (RASFF), Feb 2024: 3United States, Feb 2024: 2EU (RASFF), Mar 2024: 1United States, Mar 2024: 1EU (RASFF), Apr 2024: 1EU (RASFF), May 2024: 2MayUnited States, Jun 2024: 2United States, Aug 2024: 1EU (RASFF), Oct 2024: 1United States, Nov 2024: 1NovEU (RASFF), Dec 2024: 3United States, Dec 2024: 2EU (RASFF), Jan 2025: 2United States, Jan 2025: 1EU (RASFF), Feb 2025: 1EU (RASFF), Mar 2025: 1United States, Mar 2025: 1EU (RASFF), Apr 2025: 3United States, Apr 2025: 1United States, May 2025: 1MayEU (RASFF), Jun 2025: 1United States, Jun 2025: 1EU (RASFF), Jul 2025: 4United States, Jul 2025: 1EU (RASFF), Aug 2025: 4EU (RASFF), Sep 2025: 2EU (RASFF), Oct 2025: 2EU (RASFF), Nov 2025: 1NovEU (RASFF), Jan 2026: 1EU (RASFF), Mar 2026: 2EU (RASFF), Apr 2026: 1United States, Apr 2026: 2EU (RASFF), May 2026: 1MayEU (RASFF), Jun 2026: 2United States, Aug 2026: 2EU (RASFF), Sep 2026: 1EU (RASFF), Oct 2026: 2Nov

Hazards, last 3 years

Undeclared allergen8Foreign bodies8Unauthorised novel food or GMO6Cadmium5Additives (unauthorised or over li4Process and environmental contamin3Norovirus2Pesticide residues2Colours2Veterinary drug residues2Spoilage2Salmonella2

Products, last 3 years

Cereals and bakery7Food supplements7Feed and pet food6Fruit and vegetables5Confectionery and cocoa5Nuts and seeds4Crustaceans3Food contact materials3Fish3Molluscs3Herbs and spices2Dairy2

Latest notices

DateSourceProductHazardType
30 Oct 2026EUAllergen oats not highlighted and not in Dutch language on cookies, from Canada, via the NUndeclared allergenAlert · serious
12 Oct 2026EUDiethyltoluamide in bio kepl origin Canada froM NetherlandsOtherInformation · no risk
3 Sep 2026EUCadmium in live lobsters from Canada // Cadmio en bogavante vivo de CanadáCadmiumInformation · serious
7 Aug 2026USMomchipz Gluten Free Veggie Chips Broccoli Florets & Cauliflower, net wt. 3oz (85g). UPC 6
EXOTIQUE FOODS CANADA
Undeclared allergenRecall · Class I
5 Aug 2026USFrankie's Organic Plant-Based Puffs Vegan Cheddar, NET WT. 4 oz. (113 g). Product is packa
Marina Del Rey Foods inc.
Undeclared allergenRecall · Class I
10 Jun 2026EUMigration of arsenic from a pan from Canada, via the NetherlandsArsenicAlert · serious
5 Jun 2026EUsalted smoked herring does not comply with the limits for PAHs, origin CanadaProcess and environmental contaminantsInformation · serious
8 May 2026EUConsignment of processed petfood from Canada was not subjected to an official control at tOtherInformation · not serious
21 Apr 2026USWoodstock Organic Shelled Edamame 10 oz. and 48 oz.
Green Organic Vegetables
Foreign bodiesRecall · Class II
17 Apr 2026EUDetection of an unauthorized GMO (flax) in protein wrapsUnauthorised novel food or GMOInformation · potentially serious
14 Apr 2026USSpecially SELECTED brand Vanilla Creme Brulee; NET WT 3.6oz (103g); INGREDIENTS: CREAM (MI
LACTALIS CANADA, INC
Foreign bodiesRecall · Class II
27 Mar 2026EUForeign bodies (stones) found in dried green lentils from CanadaForeign bodiesInformation · serious
26 Mar 2026EUNorovirus in live clams from Canada // Norovirus en almejas vivas de CanadáNorovirusInformation · not serious
19 Jan 2026EUUnauthorised novel food ingredient serratiopeptidase in food supplements from CanadaUnauthorised novel food or GMOBorder rejection · potential risk
5 Nov 2025EUExceeding the MRL for paraquat in black beluga lentils from CanadaPesticide residuesInformation · potential risk
21 Oct 2025EUPesticide residues in lentils from CanadaPesticide residuesInformation · not serious
6 Oct 2025EUUnauthorised additive titanium dioxide (E 171) in confectionery from CanadaAdditives (unauthorised or over limit)Information · potential risk
19 Sep 2025EUobecność niedopuszczalnych barwników w płatkach śniadaniowych (E119, E102, E133, E129)/// ColoursInformation · not serious
1 Sep 2025EUChlorpyrifos in organic herbal tea from Canada via SwedenChlorpyrifosAlert · potentially serious
29 Aug 2025EULack of veterinary checks on dairy products from CanadaVeterinary drug residuesInformation · not serious
18 Aug 2025EUCadmium in and labeling deficiencies on lobster from Canada, via BelgiumCadmiumInformation · potential risk
14 Aug 2025EUDioxins in leonarditeProcess and environmental contaminantsInformation · potential risk
5 Aug 2025EUSielawa amerykańska (Coregonus artedi - tusze HG) z cechami zepsucia / Spoilage in frozen SpoilageBorder rejection · potential risk
29 Jul 2025EUIllness from weight gain supplements, from Canada, via BelgiumOtherAlert · serious
28 Jul 2025EUPresence of unauthorised GMO in maize used as feed material from CanadaUnauthorised novel food or GMOInformation · potential risk
25 Jul 2025EUcolorants inside the colored marshmallows, included in the package with the cerealsColoursInformation · not serious
22 Jul 2025USFavorite Day Bakery Frosted Sugar Cookies, 10 count, Net Wt 13.5 oz (383g). UPC - 85239-4
GIVE AND GO PREPARED FOODS CORP
Foreign bodiesRecall · Class II
1 Jul 2025EUconsignment petfood skipped veterinary controls in Border Control Post.Veterinary drug residuesInformation · not serious
29 Jun 2025USAunt Mid's Fresh Sliced Mushrooms 227g (8 oz.) BEST BEFORE 25JL04 MEILLEUR AVANT, UPC 0 33
Wiet Peeters Farm Products Limited
Listeria monocytogenesRecall · Class I
23 Jun 2025EUVarious products of confectionery range from Canada, contain MOSH/MOAH without this being Process and environmental contaminantsAlert · serious
7 May 2025USOrganic traditions brand JUMBO PUMPKIN SEEDS; 227 g; 8 oz; Packaged and Distributed by: Ad
Advantage Health Matters Inc.
SalmonellaRecall · Class I
29 Apr 2025EUFood supplement with novel food ingredients from CanadaUnauthorised novel food or GMOInformation · potential risk
4 Apr 2025USGiant, Instant Oatmeal Raisins and Spice, 10 -1.5 oz. Packets, per box. Net. Wt. 15.01 oz.
VAUGHAN MILLS PACKAGING LTD.
Undeclared allergenRecall · Class II
4 Apr 2025EUCadmium in psyllium husks from Germany, with raw material from Canada, via BelgiumCadmiumInformation · not serious
4 Apr 2025EUOchratoxin A in Soybutter smooth from CanadaOchratoxin AInformation · potentially serious
21 Mar 2025USFresh Flax Oil OMEGA 3-6-9 Organic Flaxseed Oil 16 Fl oz / 473 ml, Dietary Supplement, Bla
Bioriginal Food & Science Corporation
Undeclared allergenRecall · Class II
5 Mar 2025EUMaximum levels exceeded for ragweed (Ambrosia spp.) seeds in sojabeans from CanadaOtherAlert · serious
21 Feb 2025EUCadmium in linseed from CanadaCadmiumInformation · not serious
24 Jan 2025EUmercury detected in fish from CanadaMercuryInformation · serious
17 Jan 2025USSweet Cream Mini Patisseries, 30 piece variety tray of mini pastries, Net Wt 1 kg, 4 trays
PIU CHE DOLCI INC.
SalmonellaRecall · Class I
2 Jan 2025EUUnauthorized food additive titanium dioxide (E171) in cupcakes from GermanyAdditives (unauthorised or over limit)Information · potential risk
24 Dec 2024EUProducts containing the unauthorized novel food ingredient NMN (Nicotinamide mononucleotidUnauthorised novel food or GMOInformation · potential risk
19 Dec 2024EUCadmium in lobster (Homarus americanus) from CanadaCadmiumInformation · serious
11 Dec 2024USGreat Value, Chicken Broth, 48 oz. , Aseptic paper cartons, 6 retail units per case, 120
TREE HOUSE FOODS INC
SpoilageRecall · Class II
10 Dec 2024EUMetal particles in granola bars, from CanadaForeign bodiesAlert · potentially serious
9 Dec 2024US1. Made Good Variety Pack 37ct 2.MadeGood Variety Pack 7ct
Riverside Natural Foods, Ltd.
Foreign bodiesRecall · Class II
13 Nov 2024USBaguette, Artisan Multigrain. (30 Units/box) 400g/each. Contains: Wheat, Sesame Seeds, Glu
Stuyvers Bread (Premium Brand Bakery Division)
Foreign bodiesRecall · Class II
29 Oct 2024EUIncorrect labelling of food supplement from UKDocuments and labellingInformation · not serious
14 Aug 2024USMontreal Fudge brand Chocolate Fudge with Nuts; 5.6oz
AUTHENTIK FUDGE
MouldRecall · Class II
28 Jun 2024USUPC 772665860106. PLT010. Indigenous Collection Signature Plates set - Dancing Bears & Thr
Canadian Art Prints
LeadRecall · Class II
24 Jun 2024USBakeshop Chocolate Chip Muffin 4 count, in clear plastic clamshell, UPC 4099100048278. 5
fgf brands, inc
Undeclared allergenRecall · Class II
30 May 2024EUUnauthorised novel food; L -theanine in energy drink from CanadaUnauthorised novel food or GMOInformation · potential risk
6 May 2024EUUnauthorized use of food additive Titanium dioxide (E171) in a brand of toaster pastriesAdditives (unauthorised or over limit)Information · potential risk
3 Apr 2024EUPiperonyl butoxide (0,036 ppm) in lentils from CanadaOtherBorder rejection · not serious
12 Mar 2024EUochratoxin A in soybeans from CanadaOchratoxin AInformation · potentially serious
11 Mar 2024USTranquility & Teachings William Monague plate set, brand Indigenous Collection by CAP. Eac
Canadian Art Prints
LeadRecall · Class II
28 Feb 2024EUPresencia de Norovirus genotipo I y II en almejas de Canadá. // Presence of Norovirus genoNorovirusInformation · potentially serious
14 Feb 2024EUUnauthorised food additive titanium dioxide E171 in pastries from CanadaAdditives (unauthorised or over limit)Alert · serious
7 Feb 2024USOggi Pizza Plant Based Americana Beyond Meat Crumbles on Cauliflower Crust, gluten-free fr
Pasta Oggi Inc.
Undeclared allergenRecall · Class II
2 Feb 2024USWegmans Harissa Hummus Topped With Harrisa 10.5 ounce (298 g), clear plastic package with
Summer Fresh Salads Inc
Undeclared allergenRecall · Class I