Continental Dairy Facilities Southwest LLC has recalled 80,000 pounds of butter after the products lacked essential allergen labeling. The U.S. FDA has classified the recall as a Class II risk, indicating a low chance of serious health effects but potential temporary issues for those with milk allergies. The recall impacts Kirkland Signature Unsalted and Salted Sweet Cream Butters distributed within Texas, with best-by dates from February 2025 to March 2025.
Continental Dairy Facilities Southwest LLC, a Texas-based dairy manufacturer, has recalled nearly 80,000 pounds of butter due to missing allergen warnings on the packaging. The recall, announced on October 11, affects two Kirkland Signature butter products—Unsalted Sweet Cream Butter and Salted Sweet Cream Butter—sold in 16-ounce packs containing four sticks of butter. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has classified the recall as a Class II risk, indicating that exposure to the products may cause temporary or medically reversible health issues, although the likelihood of serious health consequences is low.
The affected butter products, distributed primarily within Texas, were found to lack the crucial allergen declaration “Contains Milk” despite cream being listed as an ingredient. The recall includes approximately 46,800 pounds of unsalted butter and 32,400 pounds of salted butter, with best-by dates ranging from February 22 to March 23, 2025. The recall follows concerns that consumers with milk allergies or sensitivities could be at risk if they consumed the product without the proper allergen warning.
Continental Dairy has urged customers to check the packaging of any purchased butter and return the affected items to retailers for a full refund. The company has worked closely with the FDA to address the labeling issue and minimize potential risks to consumers.
