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FDA issues highest-risk recall for popular potato chips
USA Today • • business
Key Points:
- The FDA has classified the recall of over 650,000 bags of Zapp's and Dirty brand potato chips as a Class I recall, the highest risk level, due to potential salmonella contamination from seasoning containing dry milk powder.
- The recall, initiated by Utz Quality Foods in May, affects multiple chip varieties including Zapp's Bayou Blackened Ranch, Dirty Salt and Vinegar, and Zapp's Big Cheezy, with products sold nationwide.
- No illnesses have been reported so far, but consumers are advised not to eat the recalled chips and to discard them, while retailers must remove affected products from shelves.
- Salmonella can cause serious foodborne illness with symptoms like diarrhea, fever, and stomach cramps, posing greater risks to young children, older adults, and immunocompromised individuals.
- Consumers with questions or seeking refunds can contact Utz Customer Care during business hours for assistance.
