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RECALL RECORD — CLASS IIRecall closedF-0636-2022/FDA enforcement
Natural Way Cheese·Food·Jan 12, 2022

White Cheddar Cheese Curds, Retail 12oz Plastic Bag

What you need to know

Class II

  • What happened

    The milk used in the cheese curd had been stored in a holding tank in excess of 72 hours, therefore exceeding the required 72 hour tank cleaning interval.

  • Health risk

    The product may cause temporary or medically reversible health consequences, or the probability of serious harm is remote. 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.

Recall closed · classified by the FDAMI, INMore food

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Product identification

Source: FDA FOOD

Brand nameNatural Way Cheese
Recalling firmNatural Way CheeseClare, MI, United States
UPC / barcodes
8 10056 75021 3
Lot / date codes
  • 01042204 04/04/22
Distribution area
MIIN

MI, IN

United States

Quantity affectedNot provided by the FDA.
Recall initiationFDA report date: February 16, 2022
FDA recall numberF-0636-2022

Beyond the headline

The recall, in context

Natural Way Cheese initiated this food recall on January 12, 2022. The FDA enforcement report states: The milk used in the cheese curd had been stored in a holding tank in excess of 72 hours, therefore exceeding the required 72 hour tank cleaning interval. The FDA report lists distribution as: MI, IN.

The FDA enforcement report describes the reason as: The milk used in the cheese curd had been stored in a holding tank in excess of 72 hours, therefore exceeding the required 72 hour tank cleaning interval.

White Cheddar Cheese Curds, Retail 12oz Plastic Bag was made or distributed by Natural Way Cheese in Clare, MI, United States. This page reflects FDA report F-0636-2022, dated February 16, 2022.

Why this is a Class II recall

Class II means the product may cause temporary or medically reversible health consequences, or the probability of serious harm is remote. In this recall, a safety issue that does not fit the standard pathogen, allergen, chemical or quality categories.

FDA definition

The product may cause temporary or medically reversible health consequences, or the probability of serious harm is remote.

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 UPC and lot code 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

Undeclared milk

Symptoms to watch for

Hives, swelling, wheezing, vomiting or anaphylaxis can occur in people with a milk allergy.

When symptoms may appear

Reactions can begin within minutes to a few hours after eating the product.

Higher-risk groups

People with a diagnosed cow's milk allergy, especially children and anyone with a history of anaphylaxis.

What to do now

  1. 1Do not eat the product if you have a milk allergy.
  2. 2Seek emergency care for breathing difficulty, throat swelling or other signs of anaphylaxis.
  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 White Cheddar Cheese Curds, Retail 12oz Plastic Bag recall?

Natural Way Cheese recalled White Cheddar Cheese Curds, Retail 12oz Plastic Bag in an FDA Class II enforcement action reported as F-0636-2022. The milk used in the cheese curd had been stored in a holding tank in excess of 72 hours, therefore exceeding the required 72 hour tank cleaning interval.

What are the symptoms of Undeclared milk exposure?

Hives, swelling, wheezing, vomiting or anaphylaxis can occur in people with a milk allergy.

How quickly can Undeclared milk symptoms appear?

Reactions can begin within minutes to a few hours after eating the product.

Who is most at risk from Undeclared milk?

People with a diagnosed cow's milk allergy, especially children and anyone with a history of anaphylaxis.

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. Do not eat the product if you have a milk allergy. Seek emergency care for breathing difficulty, throat swelling or other signs of anaphylaxis. Keep the packaging and contact the retailer or manufacturer about a refund.

How do I get a refund from Natural Way Cheese?

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-0636-2022 and keep the packaging, lot code and proof of purchase if you have them.

Is the Natural Way Cheese 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-0636-2022. 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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