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Kirkland Signature Butter Recalled Due to Possible Listeria Contamination

What You Need to Know

Kirkland Signature Butter has been recalled due to possible Listeria contamination.

The recall affects 4-pound unsalted butter packages with a use-by date of January 31, 2024.

Consumers should not eat the butter and should return it to the store for a full refund.

Background

The recall was issued by the manufacturer, Schreiber Foods, after routine testing revealed the presence of Listeria monocytogenes in a sample of the butter. Listeria is a bacterium that can cause serious infections in people with weakened immune systems, the elderly, and pregnant women. Symptoms of a Listeria infection can include fever, muscle aches, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. In severe cases, Listeria infection can lead to meningitis, septicemia, and even death.

Affected Products

The recall affects 4-pound unsalted butter packages with a use-by date of January 31, 2024. The butter was sold at Costco stores nationwide.

What to Do

Consumers who have purchased the affected butter should not eat it. They should return it to the store for a full refund. Consumers can also contact Schreiber Foods at 1-800-535-4758 for more information.

Symptoms of Listeria Infection

Symptoms of a Listeria infection can include: *

Fever

Muscle aches

Nausea

Vomiting

Diarrhea

In severe cases, Listeria infection can lead to: *

Meningitis

Septicemia

Death

Prevention

There are a number of things consumers can do to prevent Listeria infection, including: *

Cooking food thoroughly

Washing hands, surfaces, and utensils thoroughly

Avoiding raw or unpasteurized milk and cheese

Eating perishable foods promptly

More Information

For more information about Listeria infection, please visit the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention website: https://www.cdc.gov/listeria/index.html