Nearly 80,000 Pounds of Costco Butter Recalled Due To Potential Undeclared Allergen

Here's what you should know.

Continental Dairy Facilities Southwest LLC recalled nearly 80,000 pounds of Costco's popular Kirkland Signature butter due to a potential missing allergy statement on the packaging. The U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) report states, "Butter lists cream, but may be missing the Contains Milk statement."

The following products were recalled and distributed in Texas. Simply Recipes has contacted both Continental Dairy Facilities Southwest LLC and Costco for comment on whether the recalled products were distributed outside of Texas and hasn't yet received a response.

Kirkland Signature Unsalted Sweet Cream Butter:
Net Wt 16 oz (1 lb) 453g Four 4 oz (113g) sticks
UPC 96619-38496
Lot 2424091 - Best By Feb 22, 2025
Lot 2424111 - Best By Feb 23, 2025
Lot 2426891- Best By Mar 22, 2025
Lot 2426991- Best by Mar 23, 2025
46,800 pounds or 1,300 cases recalled

Kirkland Signature Salted Sweet Cream Butter
Net Wt 16 oz (1 lb) 453g, Four 4 oz (113g) sticks
UPC 96619-38488
Lot # 2424191 Best By Feb 23, 2025
Lot # 2427591 Best By Mar 29, 2025
32,400 pounds or 900 cases recalled

The recall was initiated on October 11, and the FDA classified it as a Class II recall on November 7. A Class II recall means "a situation in which use of, or exposure to, a violative product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences or where the probability of serious adverse health consequences is remote."

To protect consumers with food allergies, in the U.S., the Food Allergen Labeling and Consumer Protection Act (FALCPA) of 2004 requires that food product labels identify the source of any major food allergen.

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), milk is one of the eight major allergens. It is one of the most common food allergies in children. Milk allergy symptoms can range from mild to severe and may include wheezing, vomiting, hives, and digestive problems. It can also cause anaphylaxis, which is a severe, life-threatening reaction.