Alamance Foods has voluntarily recalled specific cans of Kirkland Signature Real Heavy Whipped Cream sold at Costco, due to the concern that a small batch might contain traces of a cleaning chemical.
This recall impacts 15-ounce cans available for purchase between October 11 and October 31, 2026, across twelve states: Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Iowa, Illinois, Indiana, Missouri, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, and Wisconsin. The affected products are packaged in groups of three and distributed in eight-count case packs. Cans in question are identified by Costco item number 1777000, manufacturer item code AC50, a best-if-used-by date of April 2, 2027, and a timestamp ranging from 00:35 to 02:45, as reported by Fox Business.
In a notice sent to Costco members, Alamance Foods stated, “We have learned that one batch of Kirkland Signature Whipped Cream may contain a small amount of a cleaning chemical. Members have reported a chemical smell and taste, but no serious adverse effects requiring medical care have been reported.” This voluntary recall is executed as a precaution, though details on the specific cleaning chemical involved were not disclosed.
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Customers who may have purchased the affected whipped cream should halt any usage and return the items to their local Costco for a complete refund. To date, no serious health issues linked to this product have been reported.
The recall pertains strictly to the defined batch and the indicated purchase dates. Cans sold outside the mentioned states or those lacking the identified item number, code, best-if-used-by date, and timestamp are exempt from this recall. This product is a private-label offering from Alamance Foods, a North Carolina company that manufactures aerosol whipped cream and various dairy items.
The recall news surfaced in mid-November 2026, just in time for Thanksgiving, a peak season for whipped cream as a topping on pumpkin pie and other festive desserts. Costco is facilitating returns for the affected goods following the manufacturer’s guidelines. Those in the impacted states who purchased the product during the designated timeframe are encouraged to verify the identifying details on remaining cans in their homes.
