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Class II Recall

Kraft Singles American Pasteurized Prepared Cheese product, 24 individually wrapped slices in flexible film per pack, ne

HEINZ

Summary

The FDA issued a Class II for Kraft Singles American Pasteurized Prepared Cheese product, 24 individually wrap by HEINZ. Reason: Plastic fragment. Product is recalled due to potential for a thin strip of the primary packaging film to remain adhered to the cheese slice after the .

Details

Source

Food Recall

External ID

F-0296-2024

Action Date

2023-10-25

Status

Completed

Category

food

Product Description

Kraft Singles American Pasteurized Prepared Cheese product, 24 individually wrapped slices in flexible film per pack, net wt. per pack 16oz, keep refrigerated. Single pack is sold at retail. Case UPC 0 00 2100007180 7; Single Pack UPC 0 2100061526 1: Each case contains 27 packs. Case UPC 0 00 2100061450 9; Single Pack UPC 0 2100061526 1: Each case contains 36 packs. Case UPC 0 00 2100061524 7; Carton UPC 0 2100060491 3; Single Pack UPC 0 2100061526 1; Each case contains 12 cartons, each carton contains 3 packs (72 slices total per carton).

Lot/Code Info: Best When Used By Dates on 16oz Single Pack with the UPC of 0 2100061526 1 are: 10 JAN 24 S 72 through 27 JAN 24 S 72 Best When Used By Dates on 16oz Single Pack from the 3lb multipack carton with the UPC of 0 2100060491 3 are: 09 JAN 2024 through 13 JAN 2024, and 16 JAN 2024. Manufacturer Code on Case (UPC 0 00 2100061450 9): DD JAN 24 S 72/73 TT:TT. DD would be between 10-27. Manufacturer Code on Case (UPC 0 00 2100007180 7): XB ZZZ 23 021 DD JAN 2024. ZZZ would be between 163-165, 167, 169-173. Manufacturer Code on Case (UPC 0 00 2100061524 7): XB DDD 23 021 DD JAN 2024. DDD would be between 164-168, 171. DD would be between 09-13, and 16.

Quantity Affected: Total 83,802 cases

Reason for Recall

Plastic fragment. Product is recalled due to potential for a thin strip of the primary packaging film to remain adhered to the cheese slice after the wrapper has been removed.

Distribution

Distributed nationwide and in Puerto Rico.

Type: Voluntary: Firm initiated

Recall Initiated: 2023-09-19

Company

HEINZ

Chicago, IL

Context & Analysis

This is a Class II recall. Class II recalls indicate that use of or exposure to the product may cause temporary or medically reversible health consequences, or that the probability of serious consequences is remote.

This was one of 19 food recalls issued in the same week, part of 204 food-related FDA actions this month.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a Class II recall?

A Class II recall means the product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences, or the probability of serious adverse consequences is remote. Consumers should discontinue use.

What should I do if I have this product?

Stop using the product. Check the product against the specific lot numbers or identifiers listed in the recall. Contact the manufacturer (HEINZ) or your retailer for a refund or replacement. If you experienced adverse effects, report them to the FDA via MedWatch.

How often does HEINZ have FDA actions?

This is the only FDA action we have on record for HEINZ in our database.

Where can I find the official FDA record?

The official record is available on FDA.gov. Search for "F-0296-2024" on FDA.gov for the full record. You can also use the openFDA API to query this record programmatically.

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