Heinz recalls Kraft Singles American Pasteurized Prepared Cheese product: foreign object
Find the official FDA enforcement report
Recall at a glance
- Recalling company
- Heinz
- Location
- Chicago, IL
- Reported by FDA
- October 25, 2023
- Recall started
- September 19, 2023
- Risk class
- Class II
- Status (latest data we have)
- Completed
- Type
- Voluntary: Firm initiated
- Category
- Dairy and eggs
- Reason type
- Foreign material
Is my product affected?
Compare your product’s name, size and lot or date codes with the list below. A recall usually covers only specific codes.
- Kraft Singles American Pasteurized Prepared Cheese product, 24 individually wrapped slices in flexible film per pack, net wt. per pack 16oz, keep refrigerated. Single pack is sold at retail. Case UPC 0 00 2100007180 7; Single Pack UPC 0 2100061526 1: Each case contains 27 packs. Case UPC 0 00 2100061450 9; Single Pack UPC 0 2100061526 1: Each case contains 36 packs. Case UPC 0 00 2100061524 7; Carton UPC 0 2100060491 3; Single Pack UPC 0 2100061526 1; Each case contains 12 cartons, each carton contains 3 packs (72 slices total per carton).
Quantity: Total 83,802 cases
Codes: Best When Used By Dates on 16oz Single Pack with the UPC of 0 2100061526 1 are: 10 JAN 24 S 72 through 27 JAN 24 S 72 Best When Used By Dates on 16oz Single Pack from the 3lb multipack carton with the UPC of 0 2100060491 3 are: 09 JAN 2024 through 13 JAN 2024, and 16 JAN 2024. Manufacturer Code on Case (UPC 0 00 2100061450 9): DD JAN 24 S 72/73 TT:TT. DD would be between 10-27. Manufacturer Code on Case (UPC 0 00 2100007180 7): XB ZZZ 23 021 DD JAN 2024. ZZZ would be between 163-165, 167, 169-173. Manufacturer Code on Case (UPC 0 00 2100061524 7): XB DDD 23 021 DD JAN 2024. DDD would be…
Where it was distributed
Distributed nationwide and in Puerto Rico.
What to do
If you have this product, check the codes above. FDA recall notices often tell consumers to stop eating the product and to return it or throw it away. Follow the company’s instructions and the official FDA information, and if you are unsure, do not eat it. If someone becomes ill after eating a recalled food, contact a healthcare professional. See FDA’s recalls and safety alerts for company announcements.
Frequently asked questions
What was recalled?
Heinz recalled 1 product, including Kraft Singles American Pasteurized Prepared Cheese product, 24 individually wrapped slices in flexible film per pack, net wt. per pack….
Why was it recalled?
Plastic fragment. Product is recalled due to potential for a thin strip of the primary packaging film to remain adhered to the cheese slice after the wrapper has been removed.
What does Class II mean?
FDA’s middle class: use of the product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences, or the chance of serious harm is remote.
Where was it sold or shipped?
Distributed nationwide and in Puerto Rico.
What should I do if I have this product?
Compare the product name, size and lot or date codes with the details on this page. FDA recall notices often tell you to stop eating the product and to return it or throw it away. Follow the company’s instructions and the official FDA information. If you are unsure, do not eat it.
Similar recalls in dairy and eggs
- Saint Francis Apizza recalls Saint Francis Apizza Frozen Pepperoni Pizza and 3 more: allergen risk
October 14, 2026 · Saint Francis Apizza · Dairy and eggs Class IIUndeclared soy allergen: soybean oil and soy lecithin Product: Saint Francis Apizza Frozen Pepperoni Pizza, Net Weight: 17 oz. (482g), packaged individually in vacuum-sealed plastic, UPC…
- Horizon Organic Dairy recalls Horizon Organic ORG ASEP CHOC MILK 1%: contamination
September 2, 2026 · Horizon Organic Dairy · Dairy and eggs Class IIProduct has the potential to be spoiled. Product: Horizon Organic ORG ASEP CHOC MILK 1% 8OZ 12 CT (Item 136990, UPC 742365002700) and 18 CT (Item 136917, UPC 742365208867). Tetra Pak…
- Dairyland Produce recalls Dairyland Produce: salmonella risk
August 26, 2026 · Dairyland Produce · Dairy and eggs Class IJalapenos may be contaminated with Salmonella. Product: Dairyland Produce, LLC Pepper Jalapeno, repackaged into the following sized clear plastic bags: 1. 1 lb., item number 01213, UPC…
- Midwest Poultry Servc C/O H & Lelectric recalls Grade A White In-shell Chicken eggs packaged in the following… and 1 more: salmonella risk
August 19, 2026 · Midwest Poultry Servc C/O H & Lelectric · Dairy and eggs Class IPossible Salmonella Enteritidis Product: Grade A White In-shell Chicken eggs packaged in the following configurations: 1. Kroger, Medium, 12 Eggs, Net Wt 21 oz (1lb 5oz) 596g, UPC 0…
- La Colonia Foods recalls Selectos Latinos Requeson Mexicano Mexican Cottage Cheese and 3 more: listeria risk
August 12, 2026 · La Colonia Foods · Dairy and eggs Class IProducts may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes. Product: Selectos Latinos Requeson Mexicano Mexican Cottage Cheese, Net Weight 16 oz, packed into retail-sized clear plastic…
- BEF Foods recalls Park St. Deli Macaroni & Cheese: allergen risk
June 17, 2026 · BEF Foods · Dairy and eggs Class IIUndeclared allergen (soy lecithin). Product: Park St. Deli Macaroni & Cheese, NET WT 20 OZ (1 LB 4 OZ) 567g, product packed in plastic tub and placed into paperboard sleeve. 9/20 oz…
Sources
Data provided by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) through openFDA, shown as published and not validated by this site. This site is independent and is not affiliated with or endorsed by FDA. It covers FDA-regulated foods; meat, poultry and egg products are regulated by USDA. Do not rely on this site for medical decisions: for health concerns contact a healthcare professional, and always follow the official notice and the company’s instructions. Terms and disclaimer.