Contaminated Peptides from China Spark Health Alert

Canadians are being alerted by Health Canada about the severe risks associated with unauthorized peptides, especially those imported from China. A recent seizure and testing of over 11,400 vials from Shanghai ERP Peptide Biotechnology Co. Ltd. uncovered dangerous bacteria, including Acinetobacter seifertii and Acinetobacter nosocomialis. These contaminants can lead to serious, potentially fatal infections, particularly for individuals with compromised immune systems.

Health Canada emphasizes that injecting such contaminated products can result in severe infections, hospitalization, and sepsis. Unauthorized peptides, often promoted for weight loss or anti-aging, may also cause hormonal imbalance, mood swings, and even cancerous tumors. Authorized peptides are regulated as prescription medications in Canada and should only be used under professional medical supervision.

The contaminated products were seized from ERP Peptide and two now-defunct Canadian online retailers. Health Canada is actively working with the Canada Border Services Agency to block further shipments and has requested ERP Peptide cease all illegal sales in Canada. Enforcement actions are ongoing to remove these unsafe products from the market and safeguard public health.