Possible Fecal Contamination Prompts Butter Recall

FRIDAY, April 11, 2025 (HealthDay News) -- More than 1,700 pounds of butter are being recalled due to possible contamination with coliform, a type of bacteria found in fecal matter, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.Agri-Mark Inc., a Waitsfield, Vermont, company, is voluntarily recalling 189 cases of Cabot Creamery 8-ounce premium butter made with sea salt. The recall, first issued on March 26, is ongoing and classified as Class III, the lowest level of recall. According to the FDA, a Class III recall is issued when the "use of or exposure to a violative product is not likely to cause adverse health consequences."Coliform bacteria are common in the environment and in the feces of warm-blooded animals and humans, the Associated Press reported. While these bacteria themselves are usually not harmful, their presence can indicate the potential presence of disease-causing germs.The butter was distributed in seven states: Arkansas, Connecticut, Maine, New Hampshire, New York, Pennsylvania, and Vermont. Consumers should not eat or use the recalled butter, which can be identified by lot number 090925-055, item number 2038, and a best-by date of Sept. 9.Agri-Mark has successfully identified the cause of the issue and has already implemented the necessary internal actions to resolve it. No other products were affected, and to date, no complaints of illness related to this product have been reported.More Information.Sign up for our weekly HealthDay newsletter

Possible Fecal Contamination Prompts Butter Recall

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