A popular garlic powder. sold at Dollarama stores has been recalled across Canada because of possible contamination with Bacillus cereus, a bacterium that can cause foodborne illness.
The Heavenly Spices garlic powder recall applies to one specific 70-gram product that was distributed nationally through stores and online. Consumers should check the container carefully because not every Heavenly Spices product is included.
The Canadian Food Inspection Agency advises consumers, retailers, and food-service businesses not to use, sell, serve,e or distribute the affected garlic powder. The recall was initiated by Dollarama L.P. on July 14, 2026, and published by the agency on July 15. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}
Which Heavenly product Is Recalled?
Check the label, UPC, and code printed on your container. The affected product has the following identifying information:
| Product detail | Recalled product information |
|---|---|
| Brand | Heavenly Spices |
| Product | Garlic Powder |
| Package size | 70 g |
| UPC | 6 67888 50634 7 |
| Best-before date and code | BB: 2029 JAN 30 GP 30ZV PIT |
| Distribution | Across Canada and online |
| Recalling company | Dollarama L.P. |
| Recall classification | Class 2 |
Only the garlic powder matching these details is covered by the current notice. Compare the full code rather than relying only on the brand name or appearance of the bottle.
Consumers can review the official Canadian Food Inspection Agency recall notice for the latest information. :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}
Why Was the Garlic Powder Recalled?
The product was recalled because it may contain Bacillus cereus. This spore-forming bacterium occurs naturally in soil and can contaminate different types of food.
Some strains can produce toxins that cause food poisoning. Depending on the toxin involved, an affected person may experience nausea, vomiting, stomach cramps,s or watery diarrhea.
According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, one form of illness associated with Bacillus cereus may begin around 10 to 16 hours after contaminated food is eaten. Symptoms can include abdominal cramps, watery diarrhea, ea and nausea, and commonly last approximately 24 to 48 hours. :contentReference[oaicite:3]{index=3}
The presence of the bacterium does not necessarily mean that everyone who uses the garlic powder will become ill. However, the recalled container should not be tasted or used to determine whether it is safe. Contamination cannot normally be identified through smell, flavour, or appearance.
What Does a Class 2 Recall Mean?
The Canadian Food Inspection Agency has classified the Heavenly Spices garlic powder recall as Class 2.
This classification generally indicates that consuming the product could cause temporary health effects or that the probability of serious health consequences is considered low. It should not be interpreted as permission to continue using the product.
The safest action is to stop using the affected garlic powder immediately and follow the retailer’s recall instructions. The product was distributed nationally, so households throughout Canada may have it in their kitchens. :contentReference[oaicite:4]{index=4}
What Should You Do If You Have the Recalled Product?
First, compare your container with all the identifying details in the recall notice. Check the size, UPC, best-before date, and lot code.
When the information matches:
- Stop using the garlic powder immediately.
- Do not use it in meals or serve food prepared with it.
- Keep it away from children and other household members.
- Take a clear photograph of the product and its code.
- Contact Dollarama for instructions concerning the refund procedure.
- Dispose of the product safely when instructed to do so.
Dollarama’s recall guidance tells customers to stop using recalled products and contact customer service with a picture of the item and its lot number. Customers without a receipt or original packaging can also contact the company for information about the refund process. :contentReference[oaicite:5]{index=5}
Visit the Dollarama product-recall page or use its official customer-service form for assistance.
Dollarama also lists the customer-service telephone number 1-888-365-4266 and the email address client@dollarama.com for product-recall questions. :contentReference[oaicite:6]{index=6}
What Should You Do If You Have Already Used It?
Do not panic simply because you used garlic powder from the container. Monitor yourself and anyone who ate the prepared food for symptoms such as:
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Abdominal pain or cramping
- Watery diarrhea
Drink sufficient fluids if vomiting or diarrhea occurs, as these symptoms can lead to dehydration.
Contact a healthcare professional when symptoms are severe, persistent, or concerning. Medical attention is especially important for persistent vomiting, severe abdominal pain, bloody diarrhea, high fever,r or signs of dehydration. :contentReference[oaicite:7]{index=7}
Tell the healthcare professional that you may have eaten a food connected to a recall. Providing the brand name, product code, and approximate time of consumption can help them assess the situation.
This article provides general recall information and is not a substitute for medical advice.
Can Cooking Make the Recalled Garlic Powder Safe?
Consumers should not attempt to make the product safe by heating, baking, grilling,g or cooking it.
Certain strains of Bacillus cereus can produce toxins, and at least one toxin associated with the bacterium is heat-stable. Therefore, adding the garlic powder to a thoroughly cooked dish should not be considered a reliable way to eliminate the potential risk. :contentReference[oaicite:8]{index=8}
Follow the recall notice instead: do not use, sell, serve, ve,, or distribute the affected product.
Is Every Heavenly Spices Product Being Recalled?
No. The official notice identifies a specific Heavenly Spices Garlic Powder product in a 70 g container with UPC 6 67888 50634 7 and code BB: 2029 JAN 30 GP 30ZV PIT.
The notice does not state that every Heavenly Spices seasoning is affected. Consumers should avoid discarding unrelated products without checking their identifying information.
However, contact Dollarama customer service when a label is damaged, unreadable, or missing,g and you cannot determine whether the container is included.
Why It Is Important to Check Your Spice Rack
Garlic powder often remains in a kitchen cupboard for months or years. Unlike fresh or refrigerated products, a recalled spice may stay in a household long after it has been removed from store shelves.
That makes it important to share the Heavenly Spices garlic powder recall with relatives, roommates, older adults, t,,s and anyone who regularly shops at Dollarama. Restaurants, community kitchens, and small food businesses should check their supplies as well.
Do not assume that a product is safe because it was purchased weeks or months ago or because its best-before date is still far in the future. Recall decisions are based on safety concerns, not only freshness or product quality.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where was the recalled garlic powder sold?
The product was distributed nationally in Canada and online. Dollarama L.P. is listed as the recalling company. :contentReference[oaicite:9]{index=9}
What is the recalled package size?
The affected Heavenly Spices Garlic Powder comes in a 70 g container.
What UPC should consumers check?
The recalled UPC is 6 67888 50634 7.
What code is printed on the recalled product?
The notice lists BB: 2029 JAN 30 GP 30ZV PIT.
Should I return the product to a store?
Contact Dollarama before taking action. Its recall page asks customers to provide a photograph of the product and its lot number and offers information about the applicable refund procedure. :contentReference[oaicite:10]{index=10}
Where can I find future Canadian recalls?
Consumers can search the Government of Canada recalls and safety-alerts portal for current notices involving food, health products, and consumer goods.
Final Takeaway
The Heavenly Spices garlic powder recall affects a specific 70 g container sold through Dollarama across Canada and online. Check your spice rack for UPC 6 67888 50634 7 and code BB: 2029 JAN 30 GP 30ZV PIT.
Do not use the product when all the details match. Photograph the container and code, contact Dollarama for recall instruction, and monitor for symptoms if the garlic powder has already been consumed.
Because recall information can be updated, consult the official Canadian Food Inspection Agency notice before publishing updates or making decisions about an affected product.
