Major Yogurt Recall Affects Popular Drinkable Products
Canadian consumers are being warned about a significant recall affecting Yop drinkable yogurts nationwide. The Canadian Food Inspection Agency announced the voluntary recall on Saturday, November 22, 2025, following concerns about potential plastic contamination in the products.
Manufacturer Yoplait initiated the recall after discovering the possible presence of plastic pieces in their drinkable yogurt bottles. The recall affects a wide range of flavors and package sizes that are popular among Canadian families and individuals.
Affected Products and Important Dates
The recall encompasses all Yop single 200 mL bottles and six-packs with best before dates up to and including January 12, 2026. Additionally, Yop 200 mL variety packs containing 15 and 12 units with best before dates up to January 3, 2026, are included in this safety alert.
Consumers should immediately check their refrigerators and pantries for any of the following recalled products:
- Yop Drinkable Yogurt Blueberry Flavour, 200 mL
- Yop Drinkable Yogurt Strawberry Flavour, 200 mL
- Yop Drinkable Yogurt Strawberry Banana Flavour, 200 mL
- Yop Drinkable Yogurt Birthday Cake Flavour, 200 mL
- Yop Drinkable Yogurt Vanilla Flavour, 200 mL
- Yop Drinkable Yogurt Banana Flavour, 200 mL
- Yop Drinkable Yogurt Raspberry Flavour, 200 mL
- Yop Drinkable Yogurt Peach Flavour, 200 mL
- Yop Drinkable Yogurt Yuzu Mandarin Flavour, 200 mL
- Yop Drinkable Yogurt Tropical Flavour, 200 mL
- Yop Drinkable Yogurt Mermaid Blackberry Starfruit Flavour, 200 mL
- Yop Drinkable Yogurt Lactose Free Strawberry Raspberry Flavour, 200 mL
- Yop Drinkable Yogurt Lactose Free Mango Flavour, 200 mL
- Various multi-pack combinations including strawberry, vanilla, and strawberry-banana flavors
Consumer Safety Recommendations
The Canadian Food Inspection Agency has issued clear instructions for consumers who may have purchased the affected products. Do not consume, serve, use, sell, or distribute any of the recalled Yop drinkable yogurts. Instead, consumers should either discard the products immediately or return them to the place of purchase for a full refund.
Fortunately, the CFIA has confirmed that there have been no reported injuries associated with consuming the potentially contaminated products to date. However, the agency emphasizes the importance of taking this recall seriously to prevent any potential health risks.
Food safety experts note that plastic contamination can pose choking hazards or cause internal injuries if consumed. While no incidents have been reported, the precautionary recall demonstrates the effectiveness of Canada's food safety monitoring systems.
Staying Informed About Food Recalls
Canadians are encouraged to stay updated on food recalls by subscribing to email notifications from the Canadian Food Inspection Agency. The agency provides regular updates through its official website at inspection.canada.ca and across its social media channels.
This recall highlights the importance of regularly checking food products against recall notices, particularly for items with longer shelf lives. Consumers should always examine best before dates and compare them with recall information when concerns arise about food safety.
The CFIA continues to monitor the situation and may provide additional updates as the investigation into the plastic contamination concern progresses. Yoplait has committed to working closely with regulatory authorities to resolve the issue and ensure the safety of their products moving forward.
