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RECALL RECORD — CLASS IIIRecall closedF-1334-2016/FDA enforcement
Msu Dept of Fd Sci Dairy Plant·Food·Apr 11, 2016

Colby Jack Cheese, 8 OZ

What you need to know

Class III

  • What happened

    Michigan State University Dairy is conducting a voluntary recall of Colby Jack cheese due to the potential for metal fragments to be present in the finished products.

  • Health risk

    The product is unlikely to cause adverse health consequences. These recalls are often related to labeling or quality violations. Metal fragments can cause cuts, choking or internal injury if swallowed.

  • 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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Product identification

Source: FDA FOOD

Brand nameMsu Dept of Fd Sci Dairy Plant
Recalling firmMsu Dept of Fd Sci Dairy PlantEast Lansing, MI, United States
UPC / barcodesNo UPC listed in the FDA enforcement record.
Lot / date codes
  • Colby Jack batch 11/10/15, 11/18/15-Dates Manufactured: Colby Jack 11/10/15 to 11/18/15
  • use by date between 3/07/16 to 6/29/16.
Distribution area
ALAZCACOCTDCFLGAIAIDILINLAMDMEMIMNMTNCNDNENJNVNYOHORPARISCSDTXVAWAWI

Domestic: Al, AZ, CA, CO, CT, DC, FL, GA, IA, ID, IL, IN, LA, MD, ME, MI, MN, MT, NC, ND, NE, NJ, NV, NY, OH, OR, PA, RI, SC, SD, TX, VA, WA, WI Foreign, VA./DOD: None

United States

Quantity affectedColby Jack- 943 lbs
Recall initiationFDA report date: May 25, 2016
FDA recall numberF-1334-2016

Beyond the headline

The recall, in context

Msu Dept of Fd Sci Dairy Plant initiated this food recall on April 11, 2016. The FDA enforcement report states: Michigan State University Dairy is conducting a voluntary recall of Colby Jack cheese due to the potential for metal fragments to be present in the finished products. The FDA report lists distribution as: Domestic: Al, AZ, CA, CO, CT, DC, FL, GA, IA, ID, IL, IN, LA, MD, ME, MI, MN, MT, NC, ND, NE, NJ, NV, NY, OH, OR, PA, RI, SC, SD, TX, VA, WA, WI Foreign, VA./DOD: None.

The FDA enforcement report describes the reason as: Michigan State University Dairy is conducting a voluntary recall of Colby Jack cheese due to the potential for metal fragments to be present in the finished products.

Colby Jack Cheese, 8 OZ was made or distributed by Msu Dept of Fd Sci Dairy Plant in East Lansing, MI, United States. This page reflects FDA report F-1334-2016, dated May 25, 2016.

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, metal fragments can cause cuts, choking or internal injury if swallowed.

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. 1

    Stop using it

    Do not eat, drink or take the affected product.

  2. 2

    Check the codes

    Compare the lot and date codes against the table above.

  3. 3

    Return or discard

    Contact the retailer or recalling firm about a refund, and dispose of the product safely.

Consumer safety guide

Metal contamination

Possible health effects

Metal fragments can cause cuts, choking or internal injury. Do not inspect or taste a suspect product.

Higher-risk groups

Children, older adults and anyone who may swallow a fragment without noticing are at greater risk.

What to do now

  1. 1Stop eating or using the product; do not try to find the fragment by tasting or chewing.
  2. 2Seek medical care if anyone has swallowed metal or has severe throat, chest or abdominal pain.
  3. 3Keep the packaging and contact the retailer or manufacturer about a refund.

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

What is the Colby Jack Cheese, 8 OZ recall?

Msu Dept of Fd Sci Dairy Plant recalled Colby Jack Cheese, 8 OZ in an FDA Class III enforcement action reported as F-1334-2016. Michigan State University Dairy is conducting a voluntary recall of Colby Jack cheese due to the potential for metal fragments to be present in the finished products.

What injuries or health effects are linked to metal contamination?

Metal fragments can cause cuts, choking or internal injury. Do not inspect or taste a suspect product.

Who is most at risk from Metal contamination?

Children, older adults and anyone who may swallow a fragment without noticing are at greater risk.

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 eating or using the product; do not try to find the fragment by tasting or chewing. Seek medical care if anyone has swallowed metal or has severe throat, chest or abdominal pain. Keep the packaging and contact the retailer or manufacturer about a refund.

How do I get a refund from Msu Dept of Fd Sci Dairy Plant?

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-1334-2016 and keep the packaging, lot code and proof of purchase if you have them.

Is the Msu Dept of Fd Sci Dairy Plant 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-1334-2016. 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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