Cabot Butter Recalled Over Bacteria Linked to Fecal Contamination

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Cabot Butter Recalled Over Possible Fecal Contamination—What You Need to Know

Check your fridge – Cabot Creamery’s popular sea salted butter is under recall due to potential bacterial contamination.

According to the U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA), roughly 1,700 pounds of butter have been pulled from store shelves across seven states after tests revealed elevated levels of coliform bacteria, which can indicate fecal contamination.

What Butter Is Affected?

The recall affects Cabot Creamery Premium Sea Salted Butter, specifically:

• Size: 8-ounce packages (two 4-ounce sticks)
• Packaging: Cardboard shell
• UPC Code: 0 78354 62038 0
• Best-By Date: September 9, 2025
• Lot Numbers: 090925-055 and 2038

The butter was sold in Arkansas, Connecticut, Maine, New Hampshire, New York, Pennsylvania, and Vermont.

What’s the Risk?

Although the recall is labeled Class III—meaning it’s not expected to cause serious health issues—the presence of coliform bacteria raises concerns. These bacteria can point to fecal matter, which could lead to gastrointestinal illnesses such as:

• Stomach cramps
• Diarrhea
• Nausea
• In rare cases, foodborne infections like E. coli

If you’ve consumed the butter and start feeling unwell, don’t wait—contact your healthcare provider immediately.

What Should You Do?

• Check your refrigerator: Look for the recalled butter using the UPC, lot numbers, and best-by date.
• Don’t use it: Toss it out or return it to the store where you bought it. A refund may be available.
• Have questions? Call the FDA consumer line at 1-888-INFO-FDA (1-888-463-6332).