The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) has updated its food recall warning for Mahrousa brand tahini due to possible Salmonella contamination. The recall, first issued on February 18, 2026, was revised on February 24, 2026, to include additional distribution information identified during the agency’s ongoing food safety investigation.
The affected tahini was distributed in Alberta and Saskatchewan and is being removed from the marketplace as a precautionary measure to protect public health.
Affected Product
- Brand: Mahrousa (Arabic characters only)
- Product: Tahina (Tahini)
- Size: 800 g
- UPC: None
- Codes: P 23/06/2024; E 23/06/2026
- Distribution: Alberta, Saskatchewan
Salmonella-contaminated food may not look or smell spoiled but can still cause illness. Consumers are urged to carefully check their homes and businesses for the recalled product.
Possible Symptoms of Salmonella Infection
- Fever
- Headache
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Abdominal cramps
- Diarrhea
Young children, pregnant women, elderly individuals, and those with weakened immune systems are at higher risk of severe infections. In rare cases, long-term complications such as severe arthritis may develop.
What Consumers Should Do
- Do not consume, serve, use, sell, or distribute the recalled tahini
- Check for the affected product in your home or establishment
- Throw it out or return it to the place of purchase
- Contact a healthcare provider if you develop symptoms after consumption
The CFIA continues to monitor the situation and may provide further updates if additional risks are identified.