Arizona Health Officials Recall Marijuana Preroll Over Possible Fungal Contamination

No illnesses reported yet, but officials warn of potential health risks for those with weakened immune systems or lung conditions.

Mar. 19, 2026 at 12:05am

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The Arizona Department of Health Services has issued a recall for a specific marijuana preroll product, Legacy & Co, Cheech & Chong Infused Preroll 3pk 1g Apple Fritter, batch number K-2025-C3P3-AFRI, due to possible contamination with Aspergillus, a fungus that can cause allergic reactions or infection, particularly in people with pre-existing health conditions.

Why it matters

Aspergillus contamination can pose serious health risks for those with weakened immune systems or underlying lung conditions, so the recall is an important public health measure to protect vulnerable consumers.

The details

According to the Arizona Department of Health Services, no illnesses have been reported yet, but the agency has contacted the facilities that produced the potentially contaminated products. The licensees have taken immediate action to remove the products from store shelves, and the possibly contaminated items are currently quarantined at the point of sale until secondary confirmatory testing is completed.

  • The recall was issued on March 19, 2026.

The players

Arizona Department of Health Services

The state health agency that issued the recall and is overseeing the investigation into the potential Aspergillus contamination.

Legacy & Co

The company that produced the recalled marijuana preroll product, Cheech & Chong Infused Preroll 3pk 1g Apple Fritter.

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What they’re saying

“Once ADHS discovered the potential contamination, the agency contacted the facilities that produced the products. Licensees took immediate action to work with distribution and retail partners to remove potentially impacted products from store shelves. Possibly contaminated products are quarantined at the point of sale until secondary confirmatory testing is completed.”

— Arizona Department of Health Services

What’s next

The Arizona Department of Health Services is continuing to investigate the potential Aspergillus contamination and will provide updates as more information becomes available.

The takeaway

This recall highlights the importance of rigorous quality control and safety measures in the cannabis industry, especially when it comes to protecting vulnerable consumers from potential health risks like fungal contamination.