Recall record at a glance
| Official record | F-2954-2015 |
|---|---|
| Category | Food Recalls |
| Classification | Class II |
| FDA record status | Terminated |
| Recalling firm | Kraft Heinz Foods |
| Report date | Aug 19, 2015 |
| Recall initiation date | Jul 31, 2015 |
| Quantity | 1,1648 cases of the 4 lb. packages (4- 1 lb. packages/case) and 17,177 cases of the 3 lb. package.(3-1 lb. packages/case). |
| Location | Northfield, IL, United States |
Official product description
Kraft American Singles Pasteurized prepared cheese products packaged clear plastic. Sold at retail as 1 lb. packages. Some products are only packaged in the clear plastic and some are packaged in the clear plastic with a blue label attached with white, black, and blue lettering.
Why the product was recalled
The Kraft American Singles Pasteurized prepared cheese products contain a thin strip of plastic film that may remain on the edge of some cheese slices after the wrapper is removed.
Distribution information
Product was distrubuted multiple whole sale stores throughout the country. A list of all stores has been attached and sent via email to CFSAN recalls.
How to read the classification
FDA Class II indicates a situation in which use of or exposure to the product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences, or where the probability of serious consequences is remote. The classification shown here comes from the FDA record.
Additional record details
Recall type: Voluntary: Firm initiated. Initial notification: Two or more of the following: Email, Fax, Letter, Press Release, Telephone, Visit.
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