Cabot Creamery has issued a recall of its Extra Creamy Premium Sea Salted Butter due to elevated coliform bacteria levels.
At a Glance
- Cabot Creamery recalled a lot of its butter due to coliform bacteria.
- The recall affects 1,700 pounds distributed in seven states.
- The FDA categorized the recall as Class III.
- Agri-Mark retrieved 99.5% of the product before consumer sale.
Cabot’s Voluntary Recall Details
Cabot Creamery initiated a voluntary recall for one lot of its Extra Creamy Premium Butter, Sea Salted variant, after detecting elevated levels of coliform bacteria. This recall comes as a preventive measure, as coliform bacteria presence might suggest potential fecal contamination, although no health incidents have been reported thus far. The recall impacts approximately 1,700 pounds of butter, which were distributed across 189 cases in seven states including Vermont, New York, and Pennsylvania.
The parent company, Agri-Mark, reports that it successfully recovered 99.5% of the affected product before it was sold to consumers, ensuring minimal exposure to the market. Only 17 retail packages, equivalent to 8.5 pounds, actually made it to the shelves, primarily in Vermont, according to the company’s records. The company’s proactive recovery efforts mean most consumers were unlikely to purchase the product.
Safety and Consumer Guidance
The FDA classified the recall as Class III, which is designated for products unlikely to cause adverse health outcomes. “reserved for products that are not likely to cause adverse health consequences.” – FDA. Coliform bacteria are a generic term for a group of bacteria, commonly found in the environment and feces. Some types can cause illness, but no such cases have been reported in association with this recall.
“Coliform is a generic term for Gram-negative bacteria that are frequently found in the intestine” – Dr. Elaine Cloutman-Green.
Consumers are advised to check the following details to identify the recalled product: Best by: September 9, 2025; Lot code: 090925-055; UPC: 0 78354 62038 0. If in possession of the recalled butter, customers should discard it or return to the point of purchase for a refund. For any questions, Agri-Mark can be contacted for assistance.
Company’s Response and Next Steps
Cabot Creamery has addressed potential contamination internally and ensured other products remain unaffected. “Agri-Mark has identified the cause and has taken the appropriate internal actions to address it. No other products were affected.” – Cabot Creamery’s parent company Agri-Mark.
The company is not currently facing legal action for this recall but acknowledges recalls can lead to class action lawsuits. Maintaining consumer safety and confidence remains their top priority as they monitor the situation closely.
