Utz Quality Foods Recalls Potato Chips Due to Salmonella Risk, Affecting Nationwide Consumers
Utz Quality Foods, a prominent snack manufacturer based in Pennsylvania, has issued a recall for several varieties of its potato chips due to potential salmonella contamination. The recall affects products sold under the Zapp’s and Dirty brands, which were seasoned with a dry milk powder sourced from a California dairy cooperative. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced the recall, highlighting that while some batches tested negative for salmonella, the precautionary measure is necessary to prevent potential health risks. The affected products include various flavors and sizes of Zapp’s Bayou Blackened Ranch, Salt and Vinegar, and Big Cheezy Potato Chips, as well as Dirty Salt and Vinegar, Maui Onion, and Sour Cream and Onion Potato Chips. These snacks are distributed nationwide through major retailers such as Walmart and Target. Consumers are advised to avoid these products and remain vigilant for symptoms of salmonella infection, which can be severe, especially for vulnerable populations. 
