(CNS): The Department of Environmental Health (DEH) has issued a warning following an alert concerning the recall of certain limited varieties of DIRTY® POTATO CHIPS, due to potential contamination with Salmonella. The DEH said it is coordinating with importers, wholesalers and retailers who have purchased and sold these products, which originated from Utz. Quality Foods LLC, to have the product withdrawn from the food supply until further notice.
Salmonella is an organism which can cause symptoms including vomiting, diarrhoea, nausea, abdominal pain and fever. Anyone experiencing these symptoms should seek medical attention if necessary.
The affected batch codes are as follows:
- 2oz Dirty® Brand Salt and Vinegar Potato Chips – UPC: 83791520148
- Best By: Aug. 3, 2026. Batchcode: 26030070104
- Best By: Aug. 3, 2026. Batchcode: 26031070104
- Best By: Aug. 3, 2026. Batchcode: 26030070101
- Best By: Aug. 10, 2026. Batchcode: 26038070102
- Best By: Aug. 10, 2026. Batchcode: 26038070103
- 2oz Dirty® Brand Maui Onion Potato Chips – UPC: 83791520162
- Best By: Aug. 8, 2026. Batchcode: 26052070103
- 2oz Dirty® Brand Sour Cream and Onion Potato Chips – UPC: 83791520094
- Best By: Aug. 31, 2026. Batchcode: 26059070104
The DEH is advising consumers to avoid eating the product and either dispose of small quantities in your regular garbage or return packages to the point of purchase. “We will continue to monitor bulk disposal and keep the public informed in due course of the developments regarding the safety of this food product,” officials stated.
For more information on this recall, call DEH Environmental Health Officers at 949-6696 or email [email protected]
