Costco Recalls Whipped Cream Over Chemical Concerns

With Thanksgiving just around the corner, many of us are stocking up on ingredients for our holiday desserts. But, if you've recently picked up whipped cream at Costco, you might want to check the can before topping your pumpkin pie.

A new Costco whipped cream recall affects certain cans of Kirkland Signature whipped cream sold in 12 states after customers reported an unusual chemical smell and taste. Manufacturer Alamance Foods issued the voluntary recall on November 7, 2026, because one batch may contain a small amount of a cleaning chemical.

Which Whipped Cream Is Being Recalled?

According to the company's official recall notice, no serious health effects requiring medical care have been reported. The whipped cream recall involves 15-ounce cans of Kirkland Signature Real Heavy Whipped Cream purchased between October 11th and October 31st.

Here's what to check on your can:

• Product: Kirkland Signature Real Heavy Whipped Cream, 15 oz.

• Costco Item Number: 1777000

• Item Code: AC50

• Best-If-Used-By Date: April 2, 2027

• Lot Code: 04/02/2027

• Affected Timestamps: 00:35 to 02:45

The recall covers products sold in 12 states:

• Alabama

• Florida

• Georgia

• Iowa

• Illinois

• Indiana

• Mississippi

• Missouri

• North Carolina

• South Carolina

• Tennessee

• Wisconsin

Only the batch identified in Costco's 2026 recall is affected.

What to Know About Returns and Refunds

If you have one of the affected cans in your fridge, stop using it and return it to your local Costco for a full refund. The manufacturer hasn't identified the specific cleaning chemical involved or explained how the possible contamination occurred.

For now, the recall is a precaution following customer complaints about the product's smell and taste. If you have any other questions, you can contact Alamance Foods at customer.care@alamancefood.com.

Keep the Chemicals Off the Pumpkin Pie

With Thanksgiving approaching, it's worth taking a moment to check your whipped cream before preparing those holiday desserts.

Remember, the recall only affects cans with the specific lot code and timestamps listed above, so not every Kirkland Signature whipped cream product is involved. If yours is included, set it aside for a return to Costco and pick up a replacement for your holiday treats.

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