Over 1,700 Pounds of Butter Recalled Due to Dangerous Bacterial Contamination—Here's What to Know

If you have butter in your fridge or recently purchased it, check the label. The U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) has recalled more than 1,700 pounds of Cabot Creamery butter due to contamination with coliform, a bacteria.

The recall was initiated on March 26, 2025, and affects Cabot's Extra Creamy Premium Butter, produced by the dairy cooperative Agri-Mark Inc. in Westfield, Vermont. The recalled butter was distributed at retailers in Arkansas, Connecticut, Maine, New Hampshire, New York, Pennsylvania, and Vermont. According to a statement from Agri-Mark Inc., only 17 packages were sold to retail consumers in Vermont.

If you have purchased Cabot Creamery's Extra Creamy Premium Butter check the label for the following information:

• Cabot Creamery 8oz Extra Creamy Premium Butter, Sea Salted. Packaged as (2) 4oz sticks in cardboard shells; UPC: 0 78354 62038 0, Best By: 09/09/25 Lot: 090925-055 Item #: 2038

Coliform is a bacteria that is present in the digestive tracts of animals and humans, found in their waste, and a common contamination in private water systems in Vermont, according to the Vermont Department of Health. On April 8, 2025, the FDA classified it as a Class III recall which is "a situation in which use of or exposure to a violative product is not likely to cause adverse health consequence." According to Agri-Mark Inc., there have been no reports of illness or consumer complaints.

If you have the affected butter product in your home, throw it away immediately. If you consumed this product and are concerned about potential adverse health effects, contact your healthcare provider immediately. If you have questions or concerns related to this recall, you can contact the FDA by calling 1-888-463-6332.

This article has been updated with additional information provided by Agri-Mark Inc.