United Dairymen of Arizona recalls Buttermilk Powder, 25kg (BX25) Grade A
United Dairymen of Arizona recalls Buttermilk Powder (25kg Grade A) due to possible Salmonella contamination. Consumers should avoid using affected products to prevent foodborne illness.
Lower-risk recall
United Dairymen of Arizona (UDA) is recalling dry milk products because they may be contaminated with Salmonella.
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What happened, in plain English
United Dairym: Buttermilk Powder (25kg Grade A) is being recalled because it may be contaminated with Salmonella. This poses a risk of foodborne illness if consumed. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/21950-united-dairymen-buttermilk-powder-recall-salmonella-contamination-risk.
Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/21950-united-dairymen-buttermilk-powder-recall-salmonella-contamination-risk · Updated October 8, 2026 · FDA enforcement record: FDA #F-1978-2017
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“United Dairymen Buttermilk Powder Recall: Salmonella Contamination Risk.” GovInfoNow, updated October 8, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/21950-united-dairymen-buttermilk-powder-recall-salmonella-contamination-risk. Based on FDA recall #F-1978-2017 (https://api.fda.gov/food/enforcement.json?search=recall_number:%22F-1978-2017%22&limit=1).
Why it’s dangerous
Salmonella bacteria can cause food poisoning, leading to symptoms like diarrhea, fever, and stomach cramps. Contaminated products may be ingested through improper handling or processing during production.
Who’s affected
Anyone who purchased Buttermilk Powder (25kg Grade A) from United Dairymen of Arizona. People at higher risk include those with weakened immune systems.
How to tell if you have this one
Check for product codes 17-008, 17-014, 17-020, 17-021, or 17-037 on the Buttermilk Powder packaging. The product is sold in 25kg (BX25) Grade A containers.
- Brand
United Dairymen of Arizona- Category
Food
All 5 products in this recall
FDA lists each product line separately under one recall event. Check your product description, lot or code numbers against each row. Every row shares the hazard and remedy on this page.
- Classification
Class I- Status
Terminated- Distribution
CA, AZ, Mexico
| Recall number | Product, codes & lots | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| F-1978-2017 | Buttermilk Powder, 25kg (BX25) Grade A; 17-008, 17-014, 17-020, 17-021, 17-037 | 135,858.72 lbs |
| F-1979-2017 | Low Heat Nonfat Dry Milk 25kg (EX25) Grade A; 17-006, 17-007, 17-008, 17-009, 17-010, 17-011, 17-012, 17-013, 17-014, 17-015, 17-016, 17-017, 17-020, 17-021, 17-022, 17-023, 17-024, 17-032, 17-033, 17-034, 17-035, 17-036, 17-037, 17-038, 17-039, 17-040, 17-041, 17-042, 17-043, 17-044, 17-045, 17-046, 17-047, 17-048, 17-052 | 7,941,025.24lbs |
| F-1980-2017 | High Heat Nonfat Dry Milk 25kg (HH25) Grade A; 17-017, 17-018 | 270,559.55 lbs. |
| F-1981-2017 | Low Heat Nonfat Dry Milk 50lb (NF50) Grade A; 17-007, 17-008, 17-034, 17-035 | 699,650.00 lbs. |
| F-1982-2017 | Whey Protein Concentrate 34%, 25kg (WP34) Grade A; 17-009, 17-016, 17-024, 17-038 | 95,789.86 lbs. |
What to do — step by step
Check Product Codes
Look for the product codes 17-008, 17-014, 17-020, 17-021, or 17-037 on the Buttermilk Powder packaging.
Questions people ask
Is this product safe to use?
The recall states the product may be contaminated with Salmonella, so it is not safe to consume. Avoid using affected products.
What should I do if I have this product?
The recall does not specify a remedy, so check the product codes and avoid using if you have the affected items.
How can I confirm if my product is affected?
Check for product codes 17-008, 17-014, 17-020, 17-021, or 17-037 on the Buttermilk Powder packaging.
Contact United Dairymen of Arizona
We’ve drafted a message you can send United Dairymen of Arizona to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall F-1978-2017 — United Dairymen of Arizona United Dairymen of Arizona Hello, I own a United Dairymen of Arizona that is covered by recall F-1978-2017 from United Dairymen of Arizona. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official FDA recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.
- Official source: FDA Recall #F-1978-2017 (March 20, 2017) — FDA publishes no per-recall page; this is the official machine-readable enforcement record. Search FDA recalls for F-1978-2017 to see it in context.
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