The Canadian Food Inspection Agency announced a recall of PK brand roasted peanuts flavored with lemon and chili after detecting a possible Salmonella contamination. The recall applies to product sold in Quebec and Ontario and was issued on September 14, 2026. Consumers are advised not to eat, sell, or distribute the affected peanuts while the agency investigates the source of the risk.
PK’s lemon‑chili roasted peanuts are a popular snack marketed for their tangy and spicy profile. The CFIA’s notice states that the presence of Salmonella, a bacteria that can cause gastrointestinal illness, cannot be ruled out in the product. As a precaution, the agency has ordered that all inventory of the snack be removed from retail shelves and that distributors halt further shipments within the two provinces.
The recall aims to protect public health by preventing exposure to the pathogen. The agency has asked retailers and food service operators to check their stock for the specific PK lemon‑chili peanuts and to return any units to the supplier. While no specific illnesses have been reported, the agency’s swift action reflects its mandate to intervene when a food safety threat is identified.
Consumers who may have purchased the snack are encouraged to discard it or return it to the point of sale for a refund. The CFIA will continue to monitor the situation and provide updates as more information becomes available, emphasizing that the precautionary recall is intended to eliminate any potential health risk associated with the product.