FDA Issues Nationwide Butter Recall Over Contamination Concerns
There’s a new food recall making headlines, and this time it’s all about butter. If you’ve picked up any NH European Style Butter Blend recently, it’s time to check your fridge.
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a nationwide butter recall, affecting more than 64,000 pounds of the dairy product due to potential contamination.
Here’s what you need to know about the butter brands recalled, what the risk is, and how to handle it if you have one of these products in your refrigerator.
Several Butter Brands Pulled in FDA Recall
The company behind the recall, Bunge North America, is a Missouri-based food ingredient supplier. According to the FDA, they voluntarily pulled around 1,800 cases of their NH European Style Butter Blend from shelves after discovering the product may contain undeclared milk allergens.
That might sound confusing, since butter is obviously a dairy product, but this particular product contains blended ingredients and was not labeled properly to reflect the presence of milk, which could be a serious concern for people with allergies.
This FDA food safety alert falls under the agency’s Class II recall classification. That means the product could pose a temporary or medically reversible health risk for certain people. While it's not the most urgent category for a recall, it's still important to act quickly if you’ve purchased this item recently.
Which Products Are Affected?
The contaminated butter products in question were distributed to 12 centers across the U.S., plus one location in the Dominican Republic. Specifically, the recall covers:
Product Name: NH European Style Butter Blend
UPC Code: 1 00 78684 73961 2
Lot Code: 5064036503
Packaging: White Paperboard Cases, Each Containing 36 Blocks
If you’ve picked up any wholesale butter products lately, especially if you’re in food service, hospitality, or bulk retail, it’s worth checking your inventory.
This isn’t your average grocery-store butter, so the recall may affect commercial buyers more than everyday consumers, but it’s still a good idea to stay alert.
What Are the Health Risks?
The issue here stems from the lack of allergen labeling, not a bacterial contamination like some other dairy product recalls.
Still, it’s serious business. People with a milk allergy can experience symptoms ranging from hives and digestive distress to more severe reactions if they consume mislabeled products.
So, again, this isn’t a typical butter listeria recall, but the risk is real for people with sensitivities. If you or someone you know has a milk allergy and may have consumed this product, it’s a good idea to contact your doctor, even if no symptoms have shown up yet.
What Should You Do Next?
If you have this product in your kitchen, stop using it immediately. Return it or contact the manufacturer for information on refunds or disposal.
Keeping it around just isn’t worth the risk, especially if you’re unsure whether it’s been served to anyone with a milk allergy.
Even if you're not affected this time, it's a good reminder to stay up to date with food recalls and allergen alerts.
The FDA’s website has a running list of current recalls, and you can sign up for notifications if you'd like to keep a closer eye on what's happening in the world of FDA food safety.
Staying Informed About Future Recalls
If you're curious about other butter recalls, this particular incident seems isolated to Bunge North America's NH European Style Butter Blend. Still, it never hurts to double-check the packaging when purchasing dairy products, especially if allergens are a concern for you and your loved ones.
Recalls like this highlight just how much we depend on clear labels and strong food safety practices. Keeping an eye out can make all the difference when it comes to what ends up on our plates.