Cabot Creamery Recalls Extra Creamy Premium Butter Due to Contaminated Coliform Bacteria

Cabot Creamery has announced a voluntary recall of a specific batch of its Extra Creamy Premium Butter, Sea Salted, affecting seven states with a total of 1,700 pounds across 189 cases. The recall comes after testing revealed elevated levels of coliform bacteria in the product, which may indicate fecal contamination, as reported by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.

The parent company, Agri-Mark, confirmed that they successfully recovered 99.5% of the affected lot before it was sold to consumers. However, a small amount, specifically 17 retail packages (8.5 lbs.), was sold to consumers in Vermont.

FDA Classification and Health Implications

The FDA designated the recall as Class III, indicating that the affected products are not likely to cause adverse health consequences. Fortunately, there have been no reported illnesses or complaints associated with the contaminated product.

Coliform bacteria, commonly found in the environment and the feces of humans and animals, can pose health risks. While most types are harmless, fecal coliform and bacteria such as E.coli can lead to illness. The affected butter was distributed in Arkansas, Connecticut, Maine, New Hampshire, New York, Pennsylvania, and Vermont.

Identification of Recalled Product

The recalled butter is packaged as two 4-ounce sticks in cardboard shells. Consumers should check for the following information to identify the affected product:

• Best by: Sept. 9, 2025
• Lot code: 090925-055
• Item Number: 2038
• UPC: 0 78354 62038 0