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The Arizona Department of Health Services (AZDHS) has announced a voluntary recall of two marijuana flower products due to potential contamination with aspergillus fungus and lead, prompting warnings for consumers to stop using the affected items immediately.
According to AZDHS, the recall involves two specific marijuana flower strains:
Scrooge strain, batch number 250310S-100, produced by Eba Holdings
Saints Bruce Banner strain, batch number F11BC241209, produced by Green Medicine
Both products were sold in Arizona’s regulated cannabis market before routine testing revealed potential contamination risks. No illnesses have been reported at this time, but officials emphasize that the recall is being conducted out of an abundance of caution.
The Scrooge strain is being recalled due to possible contamination with the aspergillus fungus, a microorganism that can cause allergic reactions or respiratory infections—especially in individuals with weakened immune systems or preexisting illnesses. Symptoms can range from mild congestion and coughing to more severe reactions such as fever, chest pain, and asthma-like symptoms.
The Saints Bruce Banner strain tested positive for potential lead contamination, a toxic heavy metal that poses serious long-term health risks. According to AZDHS, symptoms of lead exposure vary depending on duration and level of contact but can include fatigue, headaches, irritability, nausea, vomiting, constipation, and anemia. Chronic exposure can cause neurological and developmental issues, particularly in vulnerable populations.
Officials urge anyone who purchased either of the recalled products to immediately stop using them and dispose of them safely. Consumers who have already consumed these products and experience any symptoms associated with fungal or lead exposure should contact their healthcare provider or seek emergency care.
The AZDHS also advises licensed dispensaries to remove any affected product from shelves and hold it for return or destruction per regulatory procedures.
This recall adds to a growing list of contamination alerts issued across the United States as cannabis markets expand faster than regulatory frameworks can adapt. Contamination risks—ranging from mold and bacteria to heavy metals—underscore the critical need for transparent, verifiable product testing and documentation across all stages of the cannabis supply chain.
Arizona’s recall, like others in recent months, highlights gaps in consistent testing verification and traceability that can compromise both public health and brand integrity. Without automated compliance tools and secure data sharing, even licensed operators risk unintentional noncompliance and costly product recalls.
Ensuring product safety requires more than lab testing—it demands verified documentation, real-time monitoring, and digital traceability. Platforms like Qredible’s MyCOA® and Q-Verify™ help cannabis cultivators, manufacturers, and dispensaries prevent contamination risks by verifying Certificates of Analysis (COAs), securing lab results on blockchain, and continuously monitoring for regulatory compliance.
With Qredible’s technology, businesses can demonstrate product safety, meet state testing standards, and protect consumers while avoiding the financial and reputational fallout of recalls.
To learn how your cannabis operation can automate compliance and verify product integrity across the supply chain, visit the Qredible Contact Page.
