Costco Recalls Nearly 80,000 Pounds of Kirkland Butter

Customers Urged to Return Product for Full Refund

Costco Wholesale Corporation has issued a recall for nearly 80,000 pounds of Kirkland Signature Unsalted Butter due to potential contamination with Listeria monocytogenes. The affected product was distributed to Costco stores in 14 states, including California, Arizona, Washington, Idaho, Oregon, Nevada, Colorado, Texas, Arizona, Utah, Montana, Wyoming, South Dakota, and New Mexico.

Product Details

The recalled product comes in a 24-ounce package with a "best by" date of October 15, 2023 or later. The recalled butter is packaged in a white, plastic tub with a blue lid and the words "Kirkland Signature" printed on the front.

Health Risk

Listeria monocytogenes is a bacteria that can cause serious and potentially fatal infections in people with weakened immune systems, pregnant women, and newborns. Symptoms of Listeria infection can include fever, muscle aches, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. In severe cases, Listeria infection can lead to sepsis, meningitis, and even death.

Actions to Take

Customers who have purchased the recalled product are urged to return it to their nearest Costco store for a full refund. The company advises customers not to consume the recalled butter and to dispose of it immediately.

Additional Information

Costco is working closely with the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to address the recall and ensure the safety of its customers. The company has notified all affected stores and is posting recall notices in its stores and on its website.

Contacts

For more information about the recall, customers can contact Costco Customer Service at 1-800-774-2678 or visit the Costco website at www.costco.com.