The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has assigned a Class II risk classification to a multi-state recall of Miyoko’s Creamery European Style Salted Plant Milk Butter due to potential contamination with E. coli, yeast, and mold. According to ABC News, the voluntary recall was originally initiated on September 11, 2026, by Boise, Idaho-based Prosperity Organic Foods Inc., which acquired the Miyoko's Creamery brand last year. The federal agency officially issued the Class II risk designation on October 23, 2026, alerting consumers across 10 states to check their refrigerators and freezers for the affected lot codes.

The action encompasses 1,304 shipping cases of the perishable plant-based butter, which translates to 7,824 individual eight-ounce packages, according to Health.com and Reuters. While testing identified the potential presence of microbial contaminants, regulatory notices have not confirmed any reported illnesses connected to the product to date. Because the butter is frequently stored in home refrigerators or frozen to extend its shelf life, food safety officials are urging shoppers to inspect package markings carefully before the upcoming expiration window.

How to Identify the Recalled Miyoko's Butter

Consumers who have purchased Miyoko’s Creamery products in recent weeks can determine whether their supply is part of the recall by examining the outer carton and universal product codes. According to ABC7 Los Angeles, the recall applies strictly to a single production batch of Miyoko’s Creamery European Style Salted Plant Milk Butter sold in eight-ounce packages.

The butter is initially wrapped in wax paper and placed inside a solid bleached sulfate (SBS) retail carton. For wholesale distribution, six of these eight-ounce retail cartons are packed together inside a corrugated shipping case. According to The Hill, shoppers and retail inventory managers should look for the following exact identifiers:

  • Product Name: Miyoko’s Creamery European Style Salted Plant Milk Butter (8-ounce unit)
  • Universal Product Code (UPC): 857554005773
  • Retail Carton Lot Number: 07871
  • Secondary Shipping Case Lot Number: 1007871
  • Best-By Date: November 5, 2026

There has been a minor discrepancy in consumer media coverage regarding the expiration date. Most outlets citing the official FDA enforcement report, including Reuters and ABC News, state the affected units carry a best-by date of November 5, 2026, while EatingWell reported the date as November 11, 2026. To err on the side of caution, households are advised to prioritize the UPC (857554005773) and lot number (07871) when verifying packages in their kitchens.

Distribution Across 10 States

The recalled cases were shipped to retail distribution centers across the East Coast, Midwest, and South. According to Cleveland.com and federal enforcement records, the affected lots were distributed in Connecticut, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Maryland, New Hampshire, New Jersey, and Wisconsin.

While the FDA enforcement summary explicitly states that 10 states are involved, minor variations appeared in regional broadcast coverage. Specifically, WSB-TV Channel 2 - Atlanta and WSOCTV listed only nine states in their text summaries, omitting Indiana, whereas national reporting from ABC News and Reuters confirmed that Indiana is included among the 10 affected jurisdictions.

Understanding the FDA Class II Risk Level and Health Implications

When a manufacturer initiates a voluntary food recall, the FDA evaluates the potential public health hazard and assigns a numerical classification—Class I, Class II, or Class III—to indicate the relative degree of risk. A Class II designation represents the agency's intermediate risk level.

Under official FDA guidelines cited by ABC News, a Class II classification is issued in situations where the use of, or exposure to, a violative product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences, or where the probability of serious adverse health consequences is considered remote. While this is less severe than a Class I recall—which warns of reasonable probability of serious injury or death—public health officials emphasize that Class II products still pose a verifiable health risk and should not be consumed.

The presence of yeast, mold, and Escherichia coli (E. coli) in refrigerated foods indicates a sanitation or processing breakdown. Spoilage organisms like yeast and mold can degrade food quality and trigger allergic reactions or gastrointestinal upset in sensitive individuals. Certain strains of E. coli bacteria can cause foodborne illness characterized by abdominal cramping, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. Although healthy adults generally recover from mild foodborne exposures without lasting complications, young children, older adults, and individuals with weakened immune systems face a higher risk of experiencing more pronounced symptoms.

Consumer Questions and Next Steps

Do I have the affected product in my kitchen?

Check the label of any Miyoko’s Creamery European Style Salted Plant Milk Butter in your refrigerator or freezer. Only eight-ounce packages displaying UPC 857554005773 and retail carton lot number 07871 (with a best-by date of November 5, 2026) are included in this recall. Other Miyoko's Creamery products, such as unsalted butter varieties, tub spreads, or plant-based cheeses, are not affected.

What should I do if my butter matches the recall lot?

Do not eat or cook with the recalled butter. According to WTAP and WSB-TV Channel 2 - Atlanta, the FDA recall report did not outline a standardized company refund process, and specific return instructions were not immediately posted on the Miyoko's website. In accordance with standard food safety guidance, consumers who possess the matching lot should either dispose of the product in a secure trash receptacle or contact their local grocery retailer or Prosperity Organic Foods Inc. directly to inquire about store-level return or refund options.

Have any illnesses been reported?

According to ABC News, it remains unclear whether anyone has fallen ill after consuming the butter, and federal enforcement notices have not documented any confirmed clinical cases tied to this batch. Anyone who develops persistent gastrointestinal distress after consuming a recalled food product should consult a healthcare provider.

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