Various Brands of Curry Powder Madras Recalled Due to Undeclared Mustard
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Islands West Manufacturers Ltd. is recalling multiple brands of Curry Powder Madras because they contain mustard, an allergen not declared on the product labels.
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This notice was issued by Health Canada on April 6, 2026 and geographically references Canada. Its severity classification of "high" signals how the issuing agency weighs the risk of harm if no action is taken - "critical" and "high" tier alerts typically carry direct consumer actions, while "medium" and "low" tend toward informational guidance or monitoring advisories. The category it belongs to - Product & Food Recalls - determines the consumer-protection framework behind it, which shapes what remedies (refunds, replacements, repairs, or the recall itself) are available to affected consumers and which agency holds statutory responsibility for enforcement.
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What Happened
Islands West Manufacturers Ltd. has initiated a recall for several brands of Curry Powder Madras. The affected products are being removed from the marketplace because they contain mustard, which is not declared on the ingredient label. This recall was triggered by the company. As of the date of the recall, there have been no reported reactions associated with the consumption of these products.
Which Products Are Affected
The recall involves the following brands and specific product details:
- Islands West Curry Powder Madras (500 g): Codes 322-25; 335-25. No UPC.
- Islands West Curry Powder Madras (2 kg): Codes 322-25; 015-26. No UPC.
- Glenwood Meats Curry Powder Madras (200 g): UPC 2 88211 01229 0. Codes: 302-25; 303-25; 310-25; 322-25; 345-25; 352-25; 005-26; 008-26; 014-26; 015-26.
- Root Cellar Common Curry Powder Madras (200 g): UPC 2 88211 02199 5. Codes: 302-25; 303-25; 310-25; 322-25; 345-25; 352-25; 005-26; 008-26; 014-26; 015-26.
- The Old Farm Market Curry Powder Madras (200 g): UPC 2 88211 01079 1. Codes: 302-25; 303-25; 310-25; 322-25; 345-25.
- Red Barn Market Curry Powder Madras (200 g): UPC 1 88211 00000 9. Codes: 302-25; 303-25; 310-25; 322-25; 345-25; 352-25; 005-26; 008-26; 014-26; 015-26.
What You Should Do
Consumers should check to see if they have the recalled products in their homes. Do not consume recalled products if you are allergic or sensitive to mustard, as they may cause a serious or life-threatening reaction. Recalled products should be thrown out or returned to the location where they were purchased. Retailers and food service establishments should not serve, use, sell, or distribute the affected items.
Why This Matters
Undeclared allergens pose a significant health risk to individuals with specific food sensitivities. If a consumer with a mustard allergy unknowingly consumes these products, it could lead to a severe allergic reaction.
Source
Original source: Health Canada Official Notice ↗
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