Food Recalls in Canada Include Halva and Chocolate
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The Canadian Food Inspection Agency has issued food recall notices affecting consumers in several provinces, including Hafez halva due to possible Salmonella contamination and ZoRaw chocolate due to improperly declared milk. A previous recall of Alarjawi zaatar also remains important for households that may still have the product stored at home.
The latest recall involves Hafez "Sugerless" Halva with Date Syrup, sold in 400 g packages with UPC 8 15872 00501 1 and code BB 12_26 35/11420. The CFIA said the product is being recalled due to possible Salmonella contamination and was distributed in Ontario and British Columbia. The agency said the recall was triggered by CFIA test results and that no illnesses had been reported in connection with the product at the time of the official notice.
In a separate notice, the CFIA recalled ZoRaw 72% Cacao No Sugar Added Dark Chocolate - Extra Dark because milk was improperly declared. The recall covers 52 g bars and 12-pack boxes distributed online and in Ontario, Quebec, British Columbia and Alberta. Consumers who are allergic or sensitive to milk are advised not to consume the recalled products.
Consumers should also check for Alarjawi Royal Zaatar, sold in 450 g packages with UPC 6 212055 036239 and code P: 29/04/2025 E: 28/10/2026 K1. This recall was published on April 9, 2026, so it is not part of the past seven days, but it remains relevant because the product may still be in some homes. The CFIA said the zaatar was recalled due to possible Salmonella contamination and was distributed in Ontario, Quebec, Alberta, Saskatchewan and Nova Scotia.
The CFIA advises consumers not to consume, serve, use, sell or distribute recalled products. Recalled products should be thrown out or returned to the place of purchase. Food contaminated with Salmonella may not look or smell spoiled but can still cause illness, especially among young children, pregnant women, older adults and people with weakened immune systems.
For many families, the key step is simple: check the brand name, package size, UPC and product code before using items already stored at home, especially products commonly found in Middle Eastern and Arab households such as halva and zaatar.
