The company said it was notified that a seasoning containing dry milk powder that was supplied by an outside vendor may contain salmonella.
WASHINGTON — Utz Quality Foods, LLC announced a voluntary recall of certain varieties of Zapp’s and Dirty brand potato chips sold at retail stores nationwide, citing a potential salmonella risk traced to a seasoning ingredient sourced from a third-party supplier.
The company said the recall was triggered after it was notified that a seasoning containing dry milk powder that was supplied by an outside vendor may contain salmonella.
Utz said the affected seasoning batches had tested negative for the bacteria before use, but the company opted to recall the products out of an abundance of caution following the supplier’s own recall.
No illnesses have been reported to Utz in connection with the recalled products, the company said.
The recall includes multiple sizes of the following flavors and brands:
- Zapp’s Bayou Blackened Ranch
- Zapp’s Big Cheezy
- Zapp’s Salt and Vinegar
- Dirty Salt and Vinegar
- Dirty Maui Onion
- Dirty Sour Cream and Onion chips.
Affected products carry best-by dates ranging from late July through Aug. 31, 2026, and are identified by specific batch codes printed on packaging. Consumers can check the full list of recalled products and batch codes here.
Salmonella is a bacterial infection that can cause serious illness, particularly in young children, the elderly, pregnant women and individuals with weakened immune systems. The FDA notes that symptoms in healthy adults typically include fever, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting and abdominal cramps. In rare cases, the infection can spread to the bloodstream, leading to more severe complications such as arterial infections, endocarditis or arthritis.
Consumers who purchased the recalled products are advised to check the UPC codes and batch codes on their bags against the full list published in Utz’s announcement. Affected products should not be consumed and may be returned to the place of purchase for a refund. Customers with questions can contact Utz Quality Foods directly through the company’s consumer affairs line.
Utz emphasized that the recall is limited exclusively to the identified products and batch codes. No other Utz Quality Foods products are included.
The recall comes as the FDA continues to monitor the California Dairies, Inc. dry milk powder issue. Dry milk powder is a common ingredient in seasoned snack products, and recalls stemming from contaminated seasoning suppliers can affect multiple brands simultaneously.