Maine recalls certain cannabis products over mold, bacteria fears

AUGUSTA (WGME) -- The Maine Office of Cannabis Policy (OCP) has issued a health and safety recall for certain pre-ground adult use cannabis flower, pre-rolls, and blunts due to bacteria and mold concerns.

The products produced by Nova Farms and the strain “Frosted Cookies” were sold at 14 adult use retail stores located in Brunswick, Columbia, Greenville Junction, Lebanon, Lisbon, Mechanic Falls, Medway, Newport, Portland, Presque Isle, South Portland, and Turner.

The OCP says the products are being recalled due to failure of microbials (aerobic bacteria and Enterobacteriaceae) and yeast and mold.

Inhaling cannabis containing unsafe levels of microbials and/or mold can lead to sinus issues, allergies, headaches, dizziness, flu-like symptoms, or fatigue, according to the OCP.

Consumers who purchased these products should return them to the retailer or dispose of them.

Any consumer who has ingested these products and is experiencing symptoms or adverse reactions should contact their physician immediately.

All adult use cannabis is required to have a label affixed to the package that indicates the product’s batch number.

Consumers should check the label of their pre-ground flower, pre-rolls, or blunts for the batch numbers listed below under “Product Information”.

The recall affects the following products sold in Maine between September 17, 2024, and October 8, 2024, at the following adult use retail store locations:

Strain name: Frosted Cookies

Batch number: 1A40D0300002329000005185

Dates sold: September 28, 2024 – October 6, 2024

Product types:

Strain name: Frosted Cookies

Batch number: 1A40D0300002329000005191

Dates sold: September 17, 2024 – October 8, 2024

Product types:

Retail Store Information

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