FDA issues most serious recall alert for potato chip brands over salmonella risk
Summary
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) upgraded the recall of several potato chip brands made by Utz to its highest level due to a possible risk of salmonella contamination. The recall covers about 650,000 bags of chips with certain best-by dates, and consumers are advised not to eat these products and to discard them.Key Facts
- The FDA gave the recall a Class 1 designation, meaning the product may cause serious health problems or death.
- The recall affects Zapp’s and Dirty brand potato chips made by Utz.
- The contamination risk comes from dry milk powder in a seasoning ingredient sourced from a third party.
- About 650,000 bags with best-by dates from July 27 to August 31 are involved.
- Utz announced the recall voluntarily in May and said no illnesses have been reported so far.
- Consumers should not eat the recalled chips and can contact Utz for a refund.
- Salmonella bacteria cause food poisoning, with symptoms like fever, stomach pain, diarrhea, and nausea.
- The FDA report did not give additional details on why the recall was upgraded to the highest level.
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