Cabot Creamery Voluntarily Recalls Butter Over Safety Concerns
Overview of the Recall
In recent times, food recalls have been making headlines, and the latest one involves Cabot Creamery’s Extra Creamy Premium Butter, Sea Salted. On March 26, Agri-Mark, the parent company of Cabot Creamery, announced a voluntary recall affecting a single lot of butter due to elevated levels of coliform bacteria.
Concerns Regarding Coliform Bacteria
Coliform bacteria serve as indicators of potential fecal contamination in food products. Although the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) deemed this recall a Class III, indicating that the likelihood of serious health risks is low, consumers are advised to stay informed.
Recall Specifications
The recall impacts a total of 1,700 pounds of butter packaged in 189 cases. According to Agri-Mark, the majority of this product was retrieved before entering the consumer market, with only 17 retail packages (approximately 8.5 lbs) reported sold in Vermont, where Cabot Creamery is headquartered.
Recalled Product:
Cabot Creamery 8 oz. Extra Creamy Premium Butter, Sea Salted
Best by date: September 9, 2025
UPC: 0 78354 62038 0
Lot code: 090925-055
Item Number: 2038
States Affected by the Recall
The affected butter was distributed across seven states, specifically:
- Arkansas
- Connecticut
- Maine
- New Hampshire
- New York
- Pennsylvania
- Vermont
What Should Consumers Do?
Consumers who have purchased the recalled butter are advised to refrain from consuming it. Agri-Mark has alerted the public to reports that may misrepresent the severity and health risks linked to this recall.
For any questions or concerns about the recalled product, customers can reach out directly to Cabot Creamery at 888-792-2268 (weekdays, 9:30 a.m.–5 p.m. ET) or via email.