CFIA warns against consuming Cold Grind turmeric powder over non-permitted colour

The Canadian Food Inspection Agency is warning consumers, including Clarington residents, not to consume Cold Grind brand Organic Turmeric Powder in 50-gram packages because it contains the non-permitted colour Sudan I. The warning, published Nov. 12, 2026, covers all packages of that product.

Residents can identify the affected turmeric by the Cold Grind brand name, 50-gram size and UPC 6 28110 34220 1. The agency said no illnesses associated with consuming the product have been reported.

The CFIA advises consumers to check whether they have the affected product and not to consume, use, serve, sell or distribute it. Anyone who believes they became sick after consuming it should contact their healthcare provider, the agency said.

The warning was triggered by CFIA test results. The agency is conducting a food safety investigation that may lead to a recall of this or other products.