Consumers in twelve states should check their freezers for a recent recall of Kirkland Signature Real Heavy Whipped Cream sold at Costco. Alamance Foods, Inc., the manufacturer, announced a voluntary recall after learning that a batch of the product may contain a small amount of a cleaning chemical.
Recall details
The recalled cans were sold between October 11 and October 31, 2026 in Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Iowa, Illinois, Indiana, Missouri, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee and Wisconsin. Each package contains three 15‑ounce cans, packed in eight‑count cases. The items bear an item code of AC50 and a “best if used by” date of April 2, 2027. Timestamps on the affected cans range from 00:35 to 02:45, according to the company’s letter posted on Costco’s website.
Consumer reports
Members who purchased the whipped cream reported a faint chemical smell and taste. No serious adverse health effects requiring medical care have been reported, Alamance Foods said. Nonetheless, the company is urging anyone who may have the recalled product to stop using it immediately and return the cans to their local Costco for a full refund.
How to return the product
Customers should bring the unopened cans, along with the original receipt if possible, to the Costco warehouse where the purchase was made. Store staff will process the refund on the spot. For those who bought the product online, the retailer’s website provides instructions for mailing the items back.
What this means for shoppers
Food‑safety recalls like this one are a reminder that manufacturers and retailers take consumer concerns seriously. By acting quickly to remove potentially contaminated goods, companies help protect families and maintain confidence in the marketplace. Shoppers can stay informed by checking the U.S. Food and Drug Administration’s recall database or signing up for alerts from their preferred retailers.
Background on the product
Kirkland Signature is Costco’s private‑label brand, known for offering high‑quality items at competitive prices. The Real Heavy Whipped Cream is a popular choice for holiday meals, especially Thanksgiving, where it is used for pies, desserts and topping dishes. The recall comes just weeks before the holiday season, prompting many families to double‑check their pantry supplies.
Contact information
For additional questions, consumers can contact Alamance Foods directly through the phone number listed in the recall notice or visit Costco’s customer‑service page online.
Original reporting: Allentown News – 6abc Philadelphia — read the source article.
