Kirkland Signature Butter Recalled Over Listeria Risk
What You Should Know
- Kirkland Signature Butter is being recalled due to possible Listeria contamination.
- The recall affects 1-pound packages of unsalted butter with lot codes 230912 and 231015.
- Consumers who have purchased the affected butter should not eat it and should return it to the store for a full refund.
Details of the Recall
The recall was announced by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) on June 13, 2023. The affected butter was distributed to Costco stores in Arizona, California, Colorado, Nevada, New Mexico, Texas, and Utah.
The FDA is advising consumers to not eat the recalled butter and to return it to the store for a full refund. Listeria can cause serious illness, especially in pregnant women, the elderly, and people with weakened immune systems. Symptoms of Listeria infection can include fever, muscle aches, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. In severe cases, Listeria infection can lead to meningitis or bloodstream infections.
Costco is cooperating with the FDA in the recall and is urging consumers to return the affected butter to the store. The company has also removed the recalled butter from its shelves.
What to Do if You Have Purchased the Recalled Butter
If you have purchased Kirkland Signature Butter with lot codes 230912 or 231015, do not eat it. Return it to the store for a full refund. You can also contact Costco customer service at 1-800-774-2678 for more information.
More Information
For more information about the recall, please visit the FDA website at https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/kirkland-signature-butter-recalled-due-possible-listeria-contamination.
