Recall record at a glance
| Official record | F-0525-2018 |
|---|---|
| Category | Food Recalls |
| Classification | Class II |
| FDA record status | Terminated |
| Recalling firm | Saputo Cheese USA Inc. |
| Report date | Jan 17, 2018 |
| Recall initiation date | Dec 21, 2017 |
| Quantity | 36,071 lbs. |
| Location | Lincolnshire, IL, United States |
Official product description
Light String Cheese, Part Skim Mozzarella cheese, sold under the following brands and package sizes: 1. Fit & Active, 10 oz,., 12 individually wrapped pieces. UPC 041498-190293; 2. LIDL, 10 oz., 12 individually wrapped pieces. BEST BY 29MAR18L3 3. Market Pantry, 5 oz,., 6 individually wrapped pieces. UPC 085239-116951 4. Market Pantry, 10 oz., 12 individually wrapped pieces. UPC 085239-118122; 5. AHOLD, 8 oz., 8 individually wrapped pieces. UPC 688267-152757; 6. AHOLD 16 oz., 16 individually wrapped pieces. UPC 688267-129667; 7. AHOLD, 24 oz., 24 individually wrapped pieces. UPC 688267-044823.
Why the product was recalled
cheese has an off odor / off taste.
Distribution information
CA, FL, IA, IN, KS, MA, MD, MO, NY, OH, PA, TX, VA, WI
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: Telephone.
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