Overview
- California Dairies first recalled powdered milk and buttermilk on April 20, 2026, and the FDA upgraded that supplier recall to a Class I event on June 1, signaling a reasonable probability of serious health harm from contaminated products.
- The Coffee Connexion Co. voluntarily recalled 913 cases of Alfredo sauce that used the dry milk powder, with best‑by dates from January through April 2028 and distribution to dozens of U.S. states.
- The powdered‑milk contamination has already prompted recalls across many finished foods, including frozen pizzas, chips, croutons, chocolate and beverage mixes, cheese curds and seasonings, and reporting shows some FDA public lists have not kept pace with manufacturer and FSIS notices.
- Federal officials say no illnesses have been confirmed so far; they warn salmonella causes diarrhea, fever and cramps within 12–72 hours and can be severe in infants, older adults and people with weakened immune systems, and they urge consumers to discard or return recalled items for refunds.
- Because the problem started at the ingredient level, tracebacks and product‑by‑product notifications are likely to continue for weeks and may uncover more affected brands or store‑sold items that could still be in pantries, freezers or on shelves.