Potato Chip Recall Sparks New Warning to Customers Nationwide
Utz Quality Foods LLC is voluntarily recalling certain varieties of Zapp's and Dirty brand potato chips due to potential salmonella contamination from a seasoning containing dry milk powder. The recall was initiated out of caution, even though the seasoning tested negative for salmonella before use, and no illnesses have been reported. Customers are urged to discard the affected products and contact the company with questions.
- ▪The recall involves Zapp's and Dirty brand potato chips due to a seasoning sourced from California Dairies, Inc. that may contain salmonella.
- ▪Although the seasoning batches tested negative for salmonella prior to use, Utz issued the recall as a precautionary measure.
- ▪No illnesses have been reported, and only specific varieties of the chips are affected, not other Utz products.
- ▪Consumers are advised not to eat the recalled products and to contact Utz customer care with concerns.
- ▪The recall is being conducted voluntarily with the knowledge of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.
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By Anna CommanderDeputy News EditorShareNewsweek is a Trust Project memberSee more of our trusted coverage when you search.Prefer Newsweek on Googleto see more of our trusted coverage when you search.Utz Quality Foods LLC is voluntarily recalling limited varieties of Dirty and Zapp’s brand potato chips due to fears the products may be contaminated with salmonella, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) warned on Monday.Newsweek reached out to the company via phone for comment and left a voicemail.Numerous recalls have been initiated in the past year because of potentially damaged products, foodborne illness, undeclared food allergens or the potential for bacteria.
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