Kraft Foods Group is voluntarily recalling 7, 691 cases of select varieties of regular Kraft American Singles Pasteurized Prepared Cheese Product. A supplier did not store an…
Health risk
The product is unlikely to cause adverse health consequences. These recalls are often related to labeling or quality violations. A safety issue that does not fit the standard pathogen, allergen, chemical or quality categories.
Action required
Check the identifying codes below and stop using the product. Return it to the retailer for a refund or dispose of it safely, following the recall notice.
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1) 12 oz. packages of singles; UPC (Retail Package): 021000604647; Code Dates: 20 FEB 2015, 21 FEB 2015; UPC Code (Case): 210006046400; 2) 16 oz. packages of singles; UPC (Retail Package): 021000615261
Code Date: 20 FEB 2015; UPC Code (Case): 210006145000; 3) 16 oz. packages of singles; UPC (Retail Package): 021000615261; Code Date: 20 FEB 2015; UPC Code (Case): 210006152600
Distribution area
Nationwide
US: Nationwide (AL, AR, CA, CA, FL, GA, IL, IN, KS, MI, NC, NJ, OH, OK, TN, TX, VA)
United States
Quantity affected
7, 691 cases
Recall initiation
FDA report date: October 22, 2014
FDA recall number
F-0022-2015
Beyond the headline
The recall, in context
Kraft Heinz Foods initiated this food recall on August 29, 2014. The FDA enforcement report states: Kraft Foods Group is voluntarily recalling 7, 691 cases of select varieties of regular Kraft American Singles Pasteurized Prepared Cheese Product. A supplier did not store an ingredient used in this product in accordance with Kraft's temperature standards. The FDA report lists distribution as: US: Nationwide (AL, AR, CA, CA, FL, GA, IL, IN, KS, MI, NC, NJ, OH, OK, TN, TX, VA).
The FDA enforcement report describes the reason as: Kraft Foods Group is voluntarily recalling 7, 691 cases of select varieties of regular Kraft American Singles Pasteurized Prepared Cheese Product. A supplier did not store an ingredient used in this product in accordance with Kraft's temperature standards.
Individually 2/3 OZ was made or distributed by Kraft Heinz Foods in Northfield, IL, United States. This page reflects FDA report F-0022-2015, dated October 22, 2014.
Why this is a Class III recall
Class III means the product is unlikely to cause adverse health consequences. These recalls are often related to labeling or quality violations. In this recall, a safety issue that does not fit the standard pathogen, allergen, chemical or quality categories.
FDA definition
The product is unlikely to cause adverse health consequences. These recalls are often related to labeling or quality violations.
What to do now
1
Stop using it
Do not eat, drink or take the affected product.
2
Check the codes
Compare the UPC and lot code against the table above.
3
Return or discard
Contact the retailer or recalling firm about a refund, and dispose of the product safely.
Consumer safety guide
Product safety recall
Symptoms to watch for
The official enforcement report describes the specific risk. Follow the recall notice, check the product codes and do not use a product that may be affected.
Higher-risk groups
Children, pregnant people, older adults and people with weakened immune systems should take extra care when a product's safety is uncertain.
What to do now
1Stop using or eating the product and keep it away from children and pets.
2Check the UPC and lot/date codes on this page and follow the official recall notice for disposal or return.
3Seek medical advice if anyone develops severe or worrying symptoms after exposure.
Read the official source record for the specific hazard and instructions.
This is general consumer safety information, not medical advice or a diagnosis. Follow the official recall notice and contact a healthcare professional if you have concerns about exposure or symptoms.
Frequently asked
Questions about this recall
7 answers
What is the Individually 2/3 OZ recall?
Kraft Heinz Foods recalled Individually 2/3 OZ in an FDA Class III enforcement action reported as F-0022-2015. Kraft Foods Group is voluntarily recalling 7, 691 cases of select varieties of regular Kraft American Singles Pasteurized Prepared Cheese Product. A supplier did not store an…
What are the symptoms of Product safety recall exposure?
The official enforcement report describes the specific risk. Follow the recall notice, check the product codes and do not use a product that may be affected.
Who is most at risk from Product safety recall?
Children, pregnant people, older adults and people with weakened immune systems should take extra care when a product's safety is uncertain.
What should I do if I bought this product?
Check the identifying codes below and stop using the product. Return it to the retailer for a refund or dispose of it safely, following the recall notice. Stop using or eating the product and keep it away from children and pets. Check the UPC and lot/date codes on this page and follow the official recall notice for disposal or return. Seek medical advice if anyone develops severe or worrying symptoms after exposure.
How do I get a refund from Kraft Heinz Foods?
Contact the recalling company or the retailer where you purchased the product, quote the FDA recall number and ask about a refund or replacement. Keep the packaging, lot code and proof of purchase where possible. The FDA does not issue consumer refunds. Reference FDA recall F-0022-2015 and keep the packaging, lot code and proof of purchase if you have them.
Is the Kraft Heinz Foods recall still active?
The FDA lists this recall as recall closed. It remains relevant if you still have the affected product or need to identify a historical recall.
Where can I verify this recall?
This page is normalized from the openFDA enforcement record F-0022-2015. You can verify it directly using the official source link on this page. VerifyRecall updates its index from public FDA enforcement data and does not replace advice from the FDA, the recalling firm or a healthcare professional.
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