Colorado Marijuana Recall 2025: Dozens of Dispensaries Affected by Contaminated Flower and Pre-Rolls

A major product recall is underway across Colorado after state officials found pesticide contamination in marijuana flower and pre-rolls sold at around 40 dispensaries. The affected products, made by Verv LLC, which operates under the brand Dadirri, tested positive for unsafe levels of chlorfenapyr, a pesticide banned for cannabis use.

According to the Colorado Marijuana Enforcement Division, the batches involved initially passed state-mandated lab testing. However, during additional testing, the presence of the pesticide was detected—prompting a voluntary recall in cooperation with Dadirri.

The contaminated products include:

• Caviar Creamsicle (flower)

• Caviar Sherbert Pie (flower)

• Strawberries N Cream (pre-rolls)

These were sold between April 24 and June 5 and tied to batches 65088, 65090, and 65324. Customers are urged to return the products to the dispensary where they were purchased. Anyone experiencing illness after using them is advised to seek medical attention and report their symptoms to the state.

The pesticide-laced THC distillate was not made by Dadirri itself but was sourced from a third-party supplier. According to Dadirri CEO Ashley Schriener, both the supplier’s lab and Dadirri’s own initial tests had cleared the product. Once alerted by the state, Dadirri ordered further tests, which again showed no signs of contamination. Schriener did not disclose which lab conducted these follow-up tests.

She emphasized that this situation was unexpected and beyond the company’s control. Dadirri acted quickly once notified and is cooperating fully with regulators. The company, known for prioritizing quality and sourcing premium ingredients, says it is committed to maintaining customer trust.

Colorado’s cannabis industry is no stranger to strict safety protocols, and the Colorado marijuana recall 2025 serves as a reminder that even companies with high standards can get caught off guard when upstream suppliers fail.

In my view, this highlights a deeper issue in cannabis supply chain transparency. If a distillate can pass multiple safety tests and still be contaminated, that’s a sign the testing framework may need tightening or better oversight. While it’s good that Dadirri responded quickly and responsibly, consumers shouldn’t have to wonder if their medicine or recreational products are safe. This isn’t just a company issue—it’s an industry one.

📰 Original reporting by The Denver Post: Colorado recalls marijuana sold at about 40 dispensaries after pesticide found in products