Tejal Somvanshi
A popular hummus product has been pulled from store shelves after testing revealed it contains undeclared peanuts, posing a serious health risk to allergy sufferers. The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) issued a recall for Habibi’s Mediterranean Hummus Lebanese Style following at least one reported allergic reaction.
The affected product comes in 450-gram plastic tubs with gold and white labels. Consumers can identify the recalled items by the UPC code 6 83830 00911 7 and a best-before date of 06/17/25.
While initially sold in Alberta and British Columbia, authorities warn the product may have reached other provinces and territories through Canada’s interconnected distribution networks.
“This recall was triggered by Canadian Food Inspection Agency test results,” states the official CFIA notice. The agency is now conducting a thorough food safety investigation that could potentially lead to additional recalls.
Food labeling errors involving allergens like peanuts create particularly dangerous situations. Peanut allergies can cause severe, potentially life-threatening reactions in sensitive individuals, making accurate ingredient disclosure critical for consumer safety.
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The CFIA advises consumers who purchased the affected hummus to either return it to the store where it was bought or dispose of it immediately. Those with peanut allergies should be especially vigilant about checking their refrigerators for this product.
Habibi’s Mediterranean Foods Ltd. has provided contact information for concerned customers. Consumers can reach the company via email at [email protected] or contact the CFIA directly through their public inquiry line at 1-800-442-2342.
This incident highlights the ongoing importance of strict allergen control in food manufacturing. While the investigation continues, the CFIA is verifying that retailers are removing all affected products from their shelves to prevent further exposure.
Consumers with questions or concerns about this recall can find updated information on the CFIA website or subscribe to receive notifications about future recalls and food safety alerts.
