Zapp's and Dirty Brand Potato Chips (multiple flavors)
Recalled by Utz Quality Foods, LLC
Food recall
Utz Quality Foods, LLC
Class I — most serious
There is a reasonable chance that using this product could cause serious health problems or death.
Utz Quality Foods, LLC has recalled Zapp's and Dirty Brand Potato Chips (multiple flavors), according to data published by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). The recall was reported on July 1, 2026 and was initiated on May 5, 2026. It is classified as a Class I recall, which means there is a reasonable chance that using this product could cause serious health problems or death.
Below is a plain-English summary of what was recalled, why it was recalled, how to tell whether you have the affected product, and what steps you can take. For the complete and most current details, you can view the FDA record linked further down this page.
What was recalled?
This recall covers Zapp's and Dirty Brand Potato Chips (multiple flavors), with approximately More than 650,000 bags affected. The company behind the recall is Utz Quality Foods, LLC, based in Hanover, Pennsylvania. The FDA describes the product as: “Zapp's and Dirty Brand Potato Chips (multiple flavors); Zapp's Bayou Blackened Ranch Potato Chips (1.5 oz, 2.5 oz, and 8 oz bags), Zapp's Big Cheezy Potato Chips (8 oz), Zapp's Salt & Vinegar Potato Chips (1.5 oz, 60 count), Dirty Salt & Vinegar Potato Chips…”
According to the official notice, the recalled product was sold at Walmart, Kroger & Publix. If you shop there, check your purchases against the details below.
Why was Zapp's and Dirty Brand Potato Chips (multiple flavors) recalled?
According to the FDA, the stated reason for the recall is: “The chips were made with a seasoning containing dry milk powder, sourced from California Dairies, Inc. through a third-party supplier, that may be contaminated with Salmonella. Utz reports that no Salmonella was detected in its products and that no illnesses have been reported; the recall was issue….” In plain terms, this recall relates to Salmonella.
Salmonella is a group of bacteria that is one of the most common causes of foodborne illness in the United States. Public health authorities note that infections can lead to symptoms such as fever, diarrhea, and stomach cramps, and that young children, older adults, and people with weakened immune systems are at higher risk of serious illness. Because it can spread through contaminated food, regulators treat Salmonella findings seriously.
What should you do?
If you think you may have bought Zapp's and Dirty Brand Potato Chips (multiple flavors), compare it against the product description and identifying codes (Best-by dates in July and August 2026 (through August 31, 2026). See the official notice for the complete list of UPC numbers and best-by dates. For refunds, c…) before using it. This recall is currently listed as ongoing.
The general guidance for a matching product is to stop using it and follow the instructions in the official FDA recall notice, which may include a repair, replacement, refund, or safe disposal. When in doubt, contact Utz Quality Foods, LLC or your local health authority.
About this recall
This recall was distributed in stores nationwide, including Kroger, Fry's, Ralphs, Food4Less, FoodsCo, Publix, and Walmart. RecallRadar summarizes recall information from public FDA data to make it easier to understand. We are an independent service and are not affiliated with the FDA or any government agency, so please always refer to the official source for the authoritative record — and note the “last synced” date shown on this page, since recall details can change over time.
Who this recall affects
This recall matters most to young children, adults over 65, pregnant people, and anyone with a weakened immune system. Public health authorities note these groups are more likely to develop a severe Salmonella infection rather than a short-lived stomach illness.
The official notice names Walmart, Kroger & Publix among the places this product was sold, so if you shop there it's worth a look in your kitchen, pantry, or garage.
What Salmonella actually means
Salmonella is a group of bacteria that is one of the most common causes of foodborne illness in the United States. Public health authorities note that infections can lead to symptoms such as fever, diarrhea, and stomach cramps, and that young children, older adults, and people with weakened immune systems are at higher risk of serious illness. Because it can spread through contaminated food, regulators treat Salmonella findings seriously.
In this case, the concern applies specifically to Zapp's and Dirty Brand Potato Chips (multiple flavors) from Utz Quality Foods, LLC — not to the wider category of products. Similar items from other brands aren't part of this recall.
How to check whether you have it
On packaged food, lot codes and best-by dates are usually printed in small date-coding ink on the side seam, the bottom of the package, or near the top seal — not on the front label. The UPC barcode is on the back or bottom.
Compare what you find against the identifying details in this recall: Best-by dates in July and August 2026 (through August 31, 2026). See the official notice for the complete list of UPC numbers and best-by dates. For refunds, contact Utz online or at 1-877-423-0149.
What to do if you already bought it
Do not eat the product, even if it looks and smells normal — contamination is usually invisible.
Return it to the store for a refund, or throw it away in a sealed bag so pets and wildlife can't reach it.
If it touched other food or surfaces, wash those surfaces and your hands with hot soapy water. When in doubt, contact Utz Quality Foods, LLC or your local health department.
Full recall details
- Status
- Ongoing
- Date reported
- July 1, 2026
- Recall started
- May 5, 2026
- Distributed in
- stores nationwide, including Kroger, Fry's, Ralphs, Food4Less, FoodsCo, Publix, and Walmart
What you can do
Check whether any product you have matches the description and codes above. If it does, stop using it and follow the instructions in the official recall notice. When in doubt, contact the company or your local health authority.
Quick answers
Why was Zapp's and Dirty Brand Potato Chips (multiple flavors) recalled?+
According to the FDA: The chips were made with a seasoning containing dry milk powder, sourced from California Dairies,…
How serious is this recall?+
Class I — most serious. There is a reasonable chance that using this product could cause serious health problems or death.
What should I do if I have Zapp's and Dirty Brand Potato Chips (multiple flavors)?+
Compare your product against the description and identifying codes on this page. If it matches, stop using it and follow the instructions in the official recall notice — this usually means returning it for a refund or discarding it. When in doubt, contact the company or your local health authority.
Opens the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) data for this recall.
Recall number: FDA-PR-UTZ-ZAPPS-2026. Information last synced from the FDA on July 5, 2026.