Two More Apricot Kernel Recalls Issued in Canada For Possible Cyanide
Two more apricot kernel recalls have been issued by the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) because the products may cause cyanide poisoning. The kernels contain the natural toxin amygdalin, which may cause acute cyanide poisoning.
Apricot kernels naturally contain amygdalin, which can release cyanide after consumption. The body can eliminate small amounts of cyanide, but larger amounts can cause death. No illnesses have been reported in connection with the consumption of any of these recalled products.
The first recall is for Our Father’s Farm brand apricot kernels. The two products include Bitter Apricot Kernels, packaged in 227 gram containers. The UPC number on the product is 7 18122 91750 1, and the code on the label is Best Before 1-31-2022. Also recalled is Our Father’s Farm Extremely Bitter Apricot Kernels, also packaged in 227 gram containers. The UPC number on that product is 7 18122 91760�
Apricot kernels naturally contain amygdalin, which can release cyanide after being eaten.
Author of the article: Scott Brown
Publishing date: Mar 14, 2021 • March 14, 2021 • 2 minute read • The Canadian Food Inspection Agency has flagged a number products that the industry is now pulling off the shelf because they contain excessive amounts of amygdalin, a naturally occurring chemical compound found in the pits of many fruits. Photo by Handout
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A number of products containing apricot kernels are being recalled in Canada due to the presence of a natural toxin that may cause acute cyanide poisoning.
The Canadian Food Inspection Agency has flagged a number products that the industry is now pulling off the shelf because they contain excessive amounts of amygdalin, a naturally occurring chemical compound found in the pits of many fruits.