Loblaw seafood products recalled nationwide over undeclared mustard allergen
Canadian Food Inspection Agency issued a class-two recall Tuesday affecting President's Choice and SeaQuest shrimp products sold across Canada with specific best-before dates.
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The Canadian Food Inspection Agency issued a recall Tuesday for two brands of shrimp products sold at Loblaw stores nationwide after discovering undeclared mustard in the items—a potential allergen for people with mustard sensitivity.
The recalled products are President's Choice Black Tiger Shrimp with Mild Cocktail Sauce (568g, UPC 0 60383 18048 5) with best-before dates of October 6 and 7, 2026, and SeaQuest Shrimp Ring with Mild Cocktail Sauce (454g, UPC 0 60383 18047 8) with best-before dates ranging from November 5, 2026 through July 13, 2027.
The recall is classified as class two, meaning there is a moderate risk that consuming the food could lead to short-term or non-life-threatening health problems. The CFIA is warning consumers not to use, sell, serve, or distribute the products.
Loblaw store banners affected include Provigo and Real Canadian Superstore. The CFIA has not specified how many products were sold or how many consumers may have been affected. It is also unclear whether any illnesses have been reported.
Consumers who purchased these products can file a report with the Government of Canada through the CFIA at 1 (613) 773-2342 or information@inspection.gc.ca.
By the numbers
Which shrimp products were recalled and why?
President's Choice Black Tiger Shrimp with Mild Cocktail Sauce (568g) and SeaQuest Shrimp Ring with Mild Cocktail Sauce (454g) were recalled due to undeclared mustard, an allergen that poses a risk to people with mustard sensitivity.
What are the best-before dates for the recalled President's Choice shrimp?
President's Choice Black Tiger Shrimp with Mild Cocktail Sauce has best-before dates of October 6 and 7, 2026.
What best-before date range applies to the recalled SeaQuest shrimp?
SeaQuest Shrimp Ring with Mild Cocktail Sauce has best-before dates ranging from November 5, 2026 through July 13, 2027.