20,000 peanut butter products recalled in Texas, 39 other states

Consumers who have peanut butter products at home should check labels for manufacturer information. (Photo by Hannah Foslien for The Washington Post via Getty Images)

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More than 20,000 peanut butter products sold across the U.S. are being recalled after possible plastic contamination was found during manufacturing, according to federal officials.

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration reported that the peanut butter was produced by Ventura Foods and distributed under various brand names in 40 states. The recall began after inspectors found fragments of blue plastic in a production filter.

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The recall was initially launched in April 2025, and on Feb. 12, the FDA categorized it as a Class II recall. This classification indicates that consuming or being exposed to the products could lead to temporary or medically reversible health effects, with a low likelihood of serious harm.

Here's how to identify the peanut butter and what states are affected.

What states are affected by the peanut butter recall?

According to the FDA recall notice, 40 states are affected, including Texas.

Here are the states where the products were distributed:

• Alaska
• Arkansas
• Alabama
• Arizona
• California
• Colorado
• Connecticut
• Florida
• Georgia
• Iowa
• Idaho
• Illinois
• Kansas
• Louisiana
• Louisiana
• Massachusetts
• Maryland
• Michigan
• Minnesota
• Mississippi
• Missouri
• North Carolina
• Nebraska
• New Mexico
• New Hampshire
• New Jersey
• New York
• Nevada
• Oklahoma
• Ohio
• Oregon
• Pennsylvania
• South Carolina
• Tennessee
• Texas
• Utah
• Virginia
• Washington
• Wisconsin

Which peanut butter products are being recalled?

According to the FDA, the peanut butter products being recalled include:

• Creamy peanut butter packets in 0.5-ounce and 0.75-ounce cups and 1.12-ounce packs
• Twin packs combining creamy peanut butter with strawberry jam in 1.12-ounce and 1-ounce cups
• Twin packs combining creamy peanut butter with grape jelly in 1.12-ounce and 1-ounce cups

According to the FDA report, the listed products were sold by private-label brands such as U.S. Foods, DYMA Brands, Flavor Fresh, Sysco House Recipe, Katy’s Kitchen, and Gordon Food Service.

What do you do if you have recalled peanut butter?

Consumers who have peanut butter at home are advised to review the labels for manufacturer details. The FDA recommends following instructions from the retailer or manufacturer on whether to return recalled items or dispose of them safely.

Anyone experiencing health issues after consuming the products should seek advice from a medical professional.