Around 80,000 pounds of Kirkland Signature butter was recalled from Costco after the label failed to mention that it contained milk.
According to USA Today, the recall which was conducted by Continental Dairy Facilities Southwest LLC included 1,300 cases of 46,800 pounds of Kirkland Signature Unsalted Sweet Cream Butter and 900 cases of 32,400 pounds of Kirkland Signature Salted Sweet Cream Butter that was distributed in the Texas region and sold at Cosco.
According to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the “Butter lists cream, but may be missing the Contains Milk statement,” and applies to butter that have “best buy” dates of February 22, 2025, to March 29, 2025.
The incident was classified as a “Class II” recall by the FDA. This means, “a situation in which use of or exposure to a violative product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences or where the probability of serious adverse health consequences is remote.”
Companies are required to label their food products that contain milk, eggs, fish, shellfish, tree nuts, peanuts, wheat, soybeans and sesame under the law, according to the FDA.
How people have reacted to the bizarre incident?
The Kirkland butter recall incident has left many users in dilemma. They have called it a “ridiculous” step. While some others have slammed the FDA stating that the organisation has “redundant employees.”
“Costco just recalled 80,000 pounds of butter because they neglected to label it with ‘may contain milk.’ As someone with serious dietary restrictions I am sympathetic to this issue but I have to say…this is pretty ridiculous. We all know butter contains milk.” Someone wrote on X questioning the absurdity of the situation.
A user pointed out that the step is necessary as per the “allergen laws” while suggesting concerns about food safety.
“Costco just recalled 80,000 lbs of Kirkland Signature butter—reason? Missing 'contains milk' on the label. 🤯 For most, it's obvious, but allergen laws require it. This brings up big Q's: Are we over-regulating or ensuring safety for everyone?” He wrote.
One more user joked about the recall initiative by the FDA.
A user also suggested using a sticker that says ‘Contains milk’ and the job is done.
“So nothing wrong with the product just a printing error on the packaging? Does “contains milk” have to printed a specific way or could Costco just put stickers on the boxes?” Some one wrote on reddit.
“Seems a little silly but, as someone with food allergies, I take comfort in the thoroughness of our food safety systems.” Another reddit user wrote.
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According to FoodSafety.gov, those who have purchased the Kirkland butter can discard it or return it to the retailer for a refund. The FDA confirmed that there have been no reports of allergic reactions so far.
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