Alamance Foods has issued a voluntary recall of one batch of Kirkland Signature Real Heavy Whipped Cream, which it manufactures, because the product may contain a small amount of a “cleaning chemical.” The company announced the recall on Nov. 7.
The affected cream was sold at Costco stores between Oct. 11 and Oct. 31, 2026, in Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Iowa, Illinois, Indiana, Missouri, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee and Wisconsin. The cream comes in red and white cans.
Alamance Foods said some members who bought the batch noticed a chemical taste and smell. The company said no serious adverse effects requiring medical care have been reported. Costco has listed the recall, but the Food and Drug Administration had not posted a recall notice for the product as of the report.
Shoppers who bought the cream should not eat it. Anyone who has eaten some should watch for symptoms and contact a health care provider if they feel sick. Alamance Foods is notifying affected members by letter when purchase records show a match. Customers can return the cream to any Costco for a full refund, or email customer.care@alamancefood.com with questions.
The recall lands days before Thanksgiving, when many households plan to use whipped cream for pies.
