Costco Recalls Kirkland Butter: 80,000 Pounds

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Costco Recalls Kirkland Signature Butter: 80,000 Pounds Due to Potential Listeria Contamination

Costco Wholesale Corporation has issued a voluntary recall of 80,000 pounds of Kirkland Signature Salted Butter due to potential contamination with Listeria monocytogenes. The recall affects specific lots of the butter, distributed nationwide across the United States.

Why is Costco Recalling Kirkland Butter?

Listeria monocytogenes is a bacterium that can cause serious illness, particularly in pregnant women, newborns, older adults, and people with weakened immune systems. Symptoms of Listeriosis can include fever, muscle aches, headache, stiff neck, confusion, loss of balance, and convulsions. In severe cases, Listeria can lead to sepsis, meningitis, and even death.

The recall was initiated after routine sampling by the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) revealed the presence of Listeria monocytogenes in a sample of the Kirkland Signature Salted Butter. The FSIS and Costco are working to ensure the safety of consumers by removing potentially contaminated products from circulation.

Which Lots of Kirkland Butter Are Recalled?

The following Kirkland Signature Salted Butter lots are subject to the recall:

• Lot Code: 22180 0000
• Production Date: 12/08/2022
• Expiration Date: 04/09/2023

The lot code and production date are printed on the bottom of the butter package. Consumers are urged to check their butter packages and discard any butter matching the details above.

What Should Consumers Do?

If you have purchased Kirkland Signature Salted Butter from Costco and it matches the details above, please do not consume it. You should dispose of the butter immediately or return it to your local Costco store for a full refund.

Do not try to eat or re-use the butter. Dispose of the butter carefully, as it can be a potential source of contamination.

If you have consumed this butter and experience any of the symptoms of Listeriosis, contact your doctor immediately. Early diagnosis and treatment are crucial for managing Listeria infections.

How to Avoid Listeria Contamination

To prevent Listeria contamination, follow these food safety guidelines:

• Wash your hands thoroughly with soap and water before and after handling food.
• Wash fruits and vegetables thoroughly under running water.
• Avoid cross-contamination by using separate cutting boards and utensils for raw meat, poultry, and seafood.
• Cook meat, poultry, and seafood to the recommended internal temperature.
• Refrigerate perishable foods promptly.
• Keep raw meat, poultry, and seafood separate from ready-to-eat foods.

Costco and the FSIS are committed to ensuring the safety of consumers. By following these steps, you can help protect yourself and your family from potential foodborne illness.

Stay informed and vigilant! Check for additional updates on the recall from official sources such as the FSIS website and Costco's website.