ACTIVE RECALL — CLASS IActive recallH-1112-2026/FDA enforcement

1.5oz Zapp's Bayou Blackened Ranch Kettle Chips, Plastic Bag

What you need to know

Class I
  • What happened

    Potential presence of Salmonella.

  • Health risk

    The product has a reasonable probability of causing serious adverse health consequences or death. A bacteria commonly linked to poultry, eggs, sprouts and seeded vegetables. Infection can cause fever, cramps and diarrhea.

  • Action required

    Do not eat the product. Check the lot and UPC codes below, then discard it or return it to the retailer for a refund. If you have already eaten it, monitor for symptoms and seek medical care if they are severe or persistent.

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Product identification

Source: FDA FOOD

Brand nameUtz Quality Foods, LLC
Recalling firmUtz Quality Foods, LLCHanover, PA, United States
UPC / barcodes
8 37912 72917 1
Lot / date codes
  • 83791272917
Distribution area
ALARAZCACOCTFLGAIAILINKYLAMAMDMEMIMNMOMSNCNJNVNYOHOKORPASCTNTXVAVTWI

The recalled product was distributed to the following states. AL, AR, AZ, CA, CO, CT, FL, GA, IA, IL, IN, KY, LA, MA, MD, ME, MI, MN, MO, MS, NC, NJ, NV, NY, OH, OK, OR, PA, SC, TN, TX, VA, VT, WI

United States

Quantity affected164640 Bags
Recall initiationFDA report date: July 1, 2026
FDA recall numberH-1112-2026

Beyond the headline

The recall, in context

Utz Quality Foods, LLC initiated this food recall on April 28, 2026. The FDA enforcement report states: Potential presence of Salmonella. The FDA report lists distribution as: The recalled product was distributed to the following states. AL,AR,AZ,CA,CO,CT,FL,GA,IA,IL,IN, KY, LA,MA,MD,ME,MI,MN,MO,MS,NC,NJ,NV,NY, OH,OK,OR,PA,SC,TN,TX,VA,VT,WI.

The FDA enforcement report describes the reason as: Potential presence of Salmonella.

1.5oz Zapp's Bayou Blackened Ranch Kettle Chips, Plastic Bag was made or distributed by Utz Quality Foods, LLC in Hanover, PA, United States. This page reflects FDA report H-1112-2026, dated July 1, 2026.

Why this is a Class I recall

Class I means the product has a reasonable probability of causing serious adverse health consequences or death. In this recall, a bacteria commonly linked to poultry, eggs, sprouts and seeded vegetables. Infection can cause fever, cramps and diarrhea.

FDA definition

The product has a reasonable probability of causing serious adverse health consequences or death.

What to do now

  1. 1

    Stop using it

    Do not eat, drink or take the affected product.

  2. 2

    Check the codes

    Compare the UPC and lot code against the table above.

  3. 3

    Return or discard

    Contact the retailer or recalling firm about a refund, and dispose of the product safely.

Consumer safety guide

Salmonella

Symptoms to watch for

Diarrhea, fever, abdominal cramps, nausea and sometimes vomiting. Symptoms can be severe in young children, older adults and immunocompromised people.

When symptoms may appear

Usually 6 hours to 6 days after exposure; illness often lasts 4 to 7 days.

Higher-risk groups

Children under 5, adults over 65, pregnant people and anyone with a weakened immune system are more likely to develop severe illness.

What to do now

  1. 1Stop using or eating the affected product and keep it away from children and pets.
  2. 2Match the product against the UPC and lot/date codes on this page, then dispose of it safely or return it to the retailer.
  3. 3If you have already been exposed and develop severe or worsening symptoms, seek medical advice promptly.

General guidance based on CDC and FDA consumer information.

This is general consumer safety information, not medical advice or a diagnosis. Follow the official recall notice and contact a healthcare professional if you have concerns about exposure or symptoms.

Frequently asked

Questions about this recall

What is the 1.5oz Zapp's Bayou Blackened Ranch Kettle Chips, Plastic Bag recall?

Utz Quality Foods, LLC recalled 1.5oz Zapp's Bayou Blackened Ranch Kettle Chips, Plastic Bag in an FDA Class I enforcement action reported as H-1112-2026. Potential presence of Salmonella.

What should I do if I bought this product?

Do not eat the product. Check the lot and UPC codes below, then discard it or return it to the retailer for a refund. If you have already eaten it, monitor for symptoms and seek medical care if they are severe or persistent. Stop using or eating the affected product and keep it away from children and pets. Match the product against the UPC and lot/date codes on this page, then dispose of it safely or return it to the retailer. If you have already been exposed and develop severe or worsening symptoms, seek medical advice promptly.

Is the Utz Quality Foods, LLC recall still active?

Yes. As of the latest FDA enforcement report, this recall is listed as ongoing. Check the official source record for the most current status before making a decision.

Where can I verify this recall?

This page is normalized from the openFDA enforcement record H-1112-2026. You can verify it directly using the official source link on this page. VerifyRecall updates its index from public FDA enforcement data and does not replace advice from the FDA, the recalling firm or a healthcare professional.

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Record last synced from official openFDA enforcement data on November 14, 2026. Source record: official FDA notice.