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FDA reclassifies major potato chip recall to highest level
By Dorothy Sedovic at KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)
· July 2, 2026
· 2 min read
(Gray News) - The FDA reclassified a major potato chip recall to the agency’s highest level due to a potential salmonella risk.The recall involving Zapp’s and Dirty potato chips is now a Class 1 recall, according to the FDA. A Class 1 classification is the agency’s highest warning level and is us...
Key takeaway The recall involving Zapp’s and Dirty potato chips is now a Class 1 recall, according to the FDA.
Why this matters in The Midland
The FDA's reclassification of the potato chip recall to its highest level has significant implications for Midland residents who may have purchased the affected products. As the recall involves batches of Zapp's and Dirty potato chips sold at retailers nationwide, it is likely that some of these products were sold in local stores. Consumers should be vigilant in checking the best-by date and batch code of their potato chip purchases to ensure they do not have any of the recalled batches. The fact that the recall is linked to a broader issue with dry milk powder supplied by California Dairies, Inc. suggests that Midland residents should also be aware of other recalled products that may contain this ingredient, such as seasoned croutons and popcorn seasonings. By taking these precautions, residents can help protect themselves and their families from the risk of salmonella contamination.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 2, 2026 ·
Source: KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS) ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? (Gray News) - The FDA reclassified a major potato chip recall to the agency’s highest level due to a potential salmonella risk.The recall involving Zapp’s and Dirty potato chips is now a Class 1 recall, according to the FDA. A Class 1 classification is the agency’s highest warning level and is us...
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