Tahini halva recalled in B.C. due to salmonella

A second type of halva sold in British Columbia has been recalled due to salmonella.

The Canadian Food Inspection Agency said Friday the latest recall is for Shirezza brand Tahini Halva with Date Sap.

It said the product was sold in B.C. and Ontario in 400 gram packages with the best before date labelled as “BB 12-27.” 

The CFIA said the recall was triggered by the company, Hafez International Trading Inc., and there have been no reported illnesses.

packaging of recalled halva product
Recalled Hafez brand “Sugerless” Halva with Date Syrup | CFIA photo

It follows a similar May 5 recall of Hafez brand “Sugerless” Halva with Date Syrup by the same company, also due to salmonella.

The product was sold in B.C. and Ontario in 400 gram packages, with the best before date labelled as “BB 12_26.”

CFIA said the recalled products should be thrown out or returned to the location where they were purchased. 

The agency warns that food contaminated with salmonella may not look or smell spoiled but can still make you sick. It can be especially dangerous for young children, pregnant women, the elderly and people with weakened immune systems.

Emily Joveski
Emily Joveski
Emily Joveski is the provincial news reporter for Vista Radio, based in Victoria B.C. She has worked in radio for more than a decade, and was previously on the airwaves as a broadcaster for The Canadian Press in Toronto. When she's not at her desk, she might be found exploring Vancouver Island or loitering in a local book store.

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