Utz Quality Foods is recalling five flavors of potato chips due to potential salmonella contamination linked to a third-party supplier’s dry milk powder. The recall affects certain varieties of Zapp’s and Dirty potato chips, and it’s a precautionary measure—no illnesses have been reported yet.
The situation unfolded when California Dairies, Inc., the supplier of the dry milk powder, tested positive for salmonella. On August 3, 2026, the company announced that nine separate varieties of chips would be recalled. The ‘Best By’ dates on these products range from August 3 to August 31, 2026.
Consumers are urged not to eat the recalled products and should either dispose of them or return them for a refund. Utz Quality Foods stated, “If you have the recalled Zapp’s or Dirty potato chips, you should not eat them.” Retailers have been instructed to check their inventories for the affected products.
While no illnesses have been reported in connection with this recall, the FDA emphasizes that salmonella can lead to serious infections—especially in vulnerable populations like children and those with weakened immune systems.
The symptoms of salmonella infection can include fever, diarrhea, nausea, and abdominal pain, which may appear within six hours after consumption. Most people recover within a week, but some cases can result in severe complications.
This voluntary recall is being conducted with the knowledge of the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA). As food safety concerns continue to rise, numerous recalls have been initiated in the past year due to similar issues.
For those who may have purchased the affected chips, monitoring for symptoms is crucial. If you experience any signs of infection after consuming these products, seek medical attention promptly.