Potato chip recall elevated to FDA’s highest risk level

A recall for certain varieties of Zapp's and Dirty brand potato chips has been elevated to a Class I risk level by the FDA due to potential salmonella contamination. The initial voluntary recall by Utz Quality Foods occurred two months earlier. A Class I recall indicates a reasonable probability of serious health consequences or death from the product. Among the recalled items are various sizes of Zapp's and Dirty brand chips, including flavors like Bayou Blackened Ranch and Salt and Vinegar. No illnesses have been reported yet, but consumers are urged to discard the affected products and can contact Utz for refunds.

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( NewsNation) – Nearly two months after a voluntary recall of certain limited varieties of Zapp’s and Dirty brand potato chips, the recall has been upgraded to the Food and Drug Administration’s most serious risk level over possible salmonella contamination.

Utz Quality Foods initially recalled the chips in May. The FDA has now classified it as a Class I recall. This means the recall concerns “a situation in which there is a reasonable probability that the use of or exposure to a violative product will cause serious adverse health consequences or death,” according to the FDA.

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The recalled products include:

1.5-ounce Zapp’s Brand Bayou Blackened Ranch Potato Chips
2.5-ounce Zapp’s Brand Bayou Blackened Ranch Potato Chips
8-ounce Zapp’s Brand Bayou Blackened Ranch Potato Chips
2-ounce Dirty Brand Salt and Vinegar Potato Chips
1.5-ounce Zapp’s Brand Salt and Vinegar Potato Chips (60 count)
2-ounce Dirty Brand Maui Onion Potato Chip
2.5-ounce Zapp’s Brand Big Cheezy Potato Chip
8-ounce Zapp’s Brand Big Cheezy Potato Chip
2-ounce Dirty Brand Sour Cream and Onion Potato Chips

Salmonella can cause serious, sometimes fatal, infections in young children, elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems.

Utz issued the recall “out of an abundance of caution,” as the affected seasoning batches tested negative before use.

No illnesses have been reported to Utz in connection with the recalled products.

Consumers are advised to discard the chips immediately. For refunds and questions, consumers can call 1-877-423-0149 Monday through Friday during standard business hours.

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