CFIA Recalls Dubai Brand Pistachio & Knafeh Milk Chocolate for Possible Salmonella Contamination

A recall has been issued for Dubai brand Pistachio & Knafeh Milk Chocolate, 145 grams, due to possible Salmonella contamination, according to the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) on August 4, 2025. The affected product is identified by UPC 6 11834 51237 1 and code 225.174, and was distributed online in Quebec. Distribution Bonbons JJ Candy is listed as the recalling firm.

The CFIA reports that food contaminated with Salmonella may not appear spoiled. Young children, pregnant women, older adults, and people with weakened immune systems may contract serious and sometimes deadly infections. The agency also states that healthy people can experience symptoms such as fever, headache, vomiting, nausea, abdominal cramps, and diarrhea, with some cases leading to long-term complications like severe arthritis.

The recall was prompted by test results, according to the CFIA. No illnesses linked to the product have been reported as of the announcement date. The CFIA is conducting a food safety investigation and is verifying that the product is being removed from the marketplace. The recall is classified as Class 2 by the CFIA.

The agency instructs consumers not to consume, use, sell, serve, or distribute the recalled product. Recalled items should be disposed of or returned to the location where they were purchased. The CFIA advises contacting a healthcare provider if illness occurs after consuming the recalled product.