The FDA has issued a recall for numerous shredded cheese products due to safety concerns.
It seems like there’s a new food item recall happening almost every week, causing shoppers to be wary of their purchases.
The task of cooking at home is becoming increasingly complicated, making even the most experienced chefs a bit cautious.
We’ve recently encountered recalls for various items, ranging from pasta due to listeria concerns to kitchen cookware found to contain lead.
Now, a significant FDA recall affects 27 brands of shredded cheese.
The impacted cheese products were available in well-known stores like Target, Walmart, and Aldi across 31 states in the U.S. and Puerto Rico.
Before using that bag of grated mozzarella for your pasta or pizza, it might be wise to check the label for safety.
This recall is due to concerns that bags of shredded cheese may contain metal fragments.
The FDA explains that these metal fragments originate from ‘supplier raw material,’ which means they could come from metal equipment used in the production process.
Metal fragments in cheese not only alter its soft, melty texture but also pose health risks.
Consuming metal fragments could harm your teeth or mouth, and swallowing them might lead to internal injuries or blockages.
On Tuesday, December 2, the FDA elevated the risk level to the second-highest tier, indicating serious health issues are unlikely.
A total of 1.5 million bags from 27 different cheese brands are part of the recall.
These brands include:
The recalled cheese products were distributed across 31 states and Puerto Rico.
If you purchased cheese in any of these regions, exercise caution:
Typically, the FDA advises consumers who have bought affected products to contact the retailer for a refund. However, specific guidance has not yet been provided.