Costco Recalls 80,000 Pounds of Butter Due to Labeling Error

Costco has initiated a recall of nearly 80,000 pounds of its Kirkland Signature butter products due to a labeling error that omitted the crucial “Contains Milk” allergen statement. The recall affects approximately 79,200 pounds of butter, specifically 46,800 pounds of Kirkland Signature Unsalted Sweet Cream Butter and 32,400 pounds of Kirkland Signature Salted Sweet Cream Butter. The products were produced by Continental Dairy Facilities Southwest and are being recalled after customers were made aware that the packaging failed to include an essential allergen warning despite cream being listed as an ingredient.

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has classified the recall as “Class II,” indicating that while exposure could potentially lead to temporary health issues, the risk of serious adverse effects is low. The affected butter products have various best-by dates ranging from February 22, 2025, to March 29, 2025.

Consumers who have purchased these products, notably those with milk allergies, are advised to return them to Costco for a refund or dispose of the items. The incident has sparked significant online humor, as many users pointed out the inherent irony of a butter product lacking a milk disclaimer. Reactions on social media have ranged from incredulity to jokes about the obvious nature of butter being a dairy product.

This recall highlights the importance of clear labeling in food products, particularly for allergens, as required by the Food Allergen Labeling and Consumer Protection Act.

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Costco recalled almost 80,000 pounds of butter because the labels failed to say it contained milk

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Multiple outlets have reported the recall was linked to a missing advisory on the packaging.

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Nearly 80,000 Pounds of Butter Sold at Costco Were Just Recalled

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