Nationwide Health Alert: FDA Elevates 64,800 lbs Butter Recall to Class II — LIVE UPDATES

Distributed nationwide— A major food safety warning has just escalated: on July 30, 2025, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) elevated the ongoing recall of 64,800 pounds of NH European Style Butter Blend to a Class II risk, the agency’s second-highest alert level. The voluntary recall—initiated by Bunge North America Inc. on July 14—is due to undeclared milk, a major allergen not listed on product labels. Over 1,800 cases (each containing 36 one‑pound blocks) were shipped to 12 distribution centers across the U.S. and one in the Dominican Republic. Although no illnesses have been reported, the FDA warns that consumption could cause temporary or reversible allergic reactions, and urges consumers with milk allergies to immediately stop using the product and seek medical attention if symptoms occur.

Key Facts

• BREAKING: FDA escalates Bunge butter recall to Class II warning level.

• IMPACT: 1,800 cases (64,800 lbs) potentially pose risk to milk‑allergic consumers.

• OFFICIAL SOURCE: “Child with milk allergy may face serious reaction.” — FDA statement.

• ACTION: Consumers should check lot code and UPC; dispose or return product.

Hyperlocal Impact

1. Precise Location:
   Distributed nationwide—including Georgia, California, New York, and one center in the Dominican Republic.

2. Community Connection:

   “We stocked it for baking—now we must discard it all.”
   – Home baker in Atlanta suburb, GA

Exclusive Angle

• WHY THIS MATTERS NOW:
  Labeling failures remain common, even with clear FDA rules. This recall highlights persistent food safety gaps and the elevated risks faced by allergic individuals—especially as Class II indicates possible but reversible health effects without immediate severity.

Bunge North America—a Missouri-based agribusiness giant—voluntarily recalled its NH European Style Butter Blend after discovering it contained undeclared milk. The product was packed in white paperboard cases shipped to 12 U.S. distribution centers and one in the Dominican Republic under lot code 5064036503. The FDA’s July 30 upgrade to a Class II recall reflects the risk of temporary or medically reversible health consequences, particularly to individuals with known milk allergies.

Consumers advised to visually inspect pantry butter for the VIN 1 00 78684 73961 2 UPC and avoid consuming if the lot code matches, even if symptoms haven’t occurred. The FDA specifies that allergic reactions may include hives, vomiting, swelling, and in serious cases, anaphylaxis, potentially fatal without prompt treatment.

In recent food-safety history, Class II recalls have included mislabeled snack foods and medication overdoses. One standout case earlier in 2025 involved Cabot Creamery pulling 1,700 lbs of butter for possible bacterial contamination—but that recall was Class III (lowest risk) as no illnesses had occurred. Bunge has yet to respond publicly, and the FDA confirms no confirmed allergic reactions to date. Given the size of this recall and the ubiquity of butter in home and commercial kitchens, authorities emphasize checking labels even if the product was purchased weeks ago.

Update Log

• July 14: Bunge initiates voluntary recall of NH European Style Butter Blend.

• July 30: FDA elevates recall to Class II alert.

• Aug 2–3: Public alert expanded; initial reporting by media outlets.