The Canadian products entered the United States without required federal import reinspection, according to food-safety officials.
WASHINGTON — Maple Leaf Foods Inc. is recalling about 12,036 pounds of smoked bacon imported from Canada after federal officials determined the products entered the United States without required import reinspection.
The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service announced the recall July 24. The affected bacon was distributed to grocery distributors and retailers in Idaho, Oregon and Washington. No confirmed illnesses or injuries had been reported in connection with the products when the recall was announced.
The recall covers two varieties of refrigerated, not-ready-to-eat bacon packaged in 12-ounce vacuum-sealed containers. One is labeled “Royale Natural Applewood Smoked All Natural Uncured Bacon Product of Canada.” The affected packages have sell-by dates of Sept. 1 or Sept. 7, 2026.
The other recalled product is labeled “Top Valu Uncured Hardwood Smoked Bacon Product of Canada.” Those packages carry sell-by dates of Sept. 1, Sept. 2, Sept. 4, Sept. 5 or Sept. 7, 2026. Both varieties display the Canadian establishment number “EST. 1” on the side of the package.
The bacon was produced on June 9, June 10, June 12, June 13 and June 15, federal officials said. Master shipping cases associated with the recall carry health certificate number 2026-S732971612. Food-safety officials also released images of the product labels to help retailers and consumers identify the recalled packages.
Federal inspectors discovered the problem during routine inspection activities. FSIS determined that the bacon had entered commercial distribution without receiving the reinspection required for imported meat products. Such reviews help federal officials verify shipping documents, labeling, packaging and the condition of food entering the country.
The recall notice did not identify a contaminant or report laboratory evidence that the bacon contained harmful bacteria. The action was based on the products entering the United States without completing the required federal inspection process. Officials said some packages may remain in refrigerators or freezers because the listed sell-by dates extend into September.
FSIS classified the recall as Class I, the agency’s highest risk category. The designation is used when officials determine there is a reasonable probability that consuming a product could cause serious health consequences or death. The classification does not mean that illnesses have been confirmed, and none had been reported when the notice was released.
Federal officials said the recalled bacon should not be eaten. Consumers should discard affected packages or return them to the place of purchase. Retailers were directed to remove the products from sale and make sure they are no longer available to customers.
The recall remained active as of Aug. 1 while federal officials continued reviewing distribution and recovery information. Any confirmed illnesses, additional distribution areas or other material changes are expected to be added to the federal recall record.
Author note: Last updated August 1, 2026.