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RECALL RECORD — CLASS IIRecall closedH-0582-2026/FDA enforcement
Saputo Cheese USA, INC·Food·Feb 21, 2026

Great Value Lowfat Cottage Cheese Small Curd 2% Milkfat NET WT 24oz

What you need to know

Class II

  • What happened

    Potentially under pasteurized. The firm was notified by the California Department of Agriculture that due to the broken seal on the pasteurizer, the products may be under…

  • 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 FDAAL, AZ, CA, IL +7 moreMore food

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Product identification

Source: FDA FOOD

Brand nameSaputo Cheese USA, INC
Recalling firmSaputo Cheese USA, INCMilwaukee, WI, United States
UPC / barcodes
07874211673
Lot / date codes
  • BEST IF USED BY APR-01-26 PLT #06-71, BEST IF USED BY APR-02-26 PLT #06-71 & BEST IF USED BY APR-03-26 PLT #06-71
Distribution area
ALAZCAILMOMSNMNVUTWAWY

Product was shipped to the following states: AL, AZ, CA, IL, MO, MS, NM, NV, UT, WA & WY.

United States

Quantity affected7, 694cs/12/24oz tubs
Recall initiationFDA report date: March 25, 2026
FDA recall numberH-0582-2026

Beyond the headline

The recall, in context

Saputo Cheese USA, INC initiated this food recall on February 21, 2026. The FDA enforcement report states: Potentially under pasteurized. The firm was notified by the California Department of Agriculture that due to the broken seal on the pasteurizer, the products may be under pasteurized, and they should recall the products. The FDA report lists distribution as: Product was shipped to the following states: AL, AZ, CA, IL, MO, MS, NM, NV, UT, WA & WY.

The FDA enforcement report describes the reason as: Potentially under pasteurized. The firm was notified by the California Department of Agriculture that due to the broken seal on the pasteurizer, the products may be under pasteurized, and they should recall the products.

Great Value Lowfat Cottage Cheese Small Curd 2% Milkfat NET WT 24oz was made or distributed by Saputo Cheese USA, INC in Milwaukee, WI, United States. This page reflects FDA report H-0582-2026, dated March 25, 2026.

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

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

  1. 1Stop using or eating the product and keep it away from children and pets.
  2. 2Check the UPC and lot/date codes on this page and follow the official recall notice for disposal or return.
  3. 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

What is the Great Value Lowfat Cottage Cheese Small Curd 2% Milkfat NET WT 24oz recall?

Saputo Cheese USA, INC recalled Great Value Lowfat Cottage Cheese Small Curd 2% Milkfat NET WT 24oz in an FDA Class II enforcement action reported as H-0582-2026. Potentially under pasteurized. The firm was notified by the California Department of Agriculture that due to the broken seal on the pasteurizer, the products may be under…

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.

Is the Saputo Cheese USA, INC 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 H-0582-2026. 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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Official source

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Record last synced from official openFDA enforcement data on November 14, 2026. Source record: official FDA notice.