Key Takeaways
- CFIA recalled Redpath Medium Sugar after possible metal fragments were identified.
- The recall covers 20 kg bags, product code R6275, distributed in Ontario and Quebec.
- Businesses should stop using, selling or serving the affected sugar; not all Redpath products are recalled.
A little sugar in your morning coffee shouldn't come with pieces of metal.
But that's the concern behind a new Canadian food recall.
The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) has recalled Redpath Medium Sugar because it may contain metal fragments.
The recall was announced on October 9, 2026, and affects products distributed in Ontario and Quebec.
Which Redpath Sugar Is Affected?
Not all Redpath sugar products are being recalled. The notice identifies one specific product:
| Detail | Recalled product |
|---|---|
| Brand | Redpath |
| Product | Medium Sugar |
| Size | 20 kg |
| Product code | R6275 |
| UPC | 00062847030053 |
| Distribution | Ontario and Quebec |
The recall primarily concerns restaurants, hotels and institutions rather than regular household-sized sugar packages.
Why Is This Dangerous?
Metal fragments in food can potentially cause cuts, dental injuries or internal injuries if swallowed.
The CFIA has classified this as a Class 2 recall, indicating a moderate health-risk category.
The official notice does not specify how the contamination occurred or whether any injuries have been reported.
What Should Canadians Do?
Businesses should immediately check their sugar inventory and avoid using, selling or serving the affected product.
Consumers should understand that this is not a recall of every Redpath sugar product.
The bigger concern is that commercial kitchens use large quantities of sugar in desserts, baked goods and beverages, making ingredient recalls important beyond supermarket shelves.