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Class II, May Cause HarmF-0666-2017

WHOLE MILK CHEESE 8/6# VESUVIO BELLA; Pasteurized Milk, Cheese Cultures, Salt, Enzymes. Distributed by US Foods UPC: #075805891658 Saputo code: #989165

Recalled by Saputo Cheese USA, INC. on Nov 23, 2016

Reviewed by FoodRecallWatch Editorial Team · Updated

Recall Summary

Saputo Cheese USA, INC. recalled WHOLE MILK CHEESE 8/6# VESUVIO BELLA in a Class II action, the FDA tier for products that may cause temporary or medically reversible health effects on Nov 23, 2016.

The recall cites foreign-material contamination: "Firm received one complaint from a food service customer stating a restaurant employee found white plastic in a loaf of cheese." Physical contaminants such as metal, glass, or plastic can cause choking, cuts, or dental injuries.

The product reached multiple states, recorded by the FDA as "Distributors AL, AZ. CA, FL, GA, IA, IL, IN, KS, MI, MN, MO, MS. NJ, NJ. NM. NY, OH, OK, OR, PA,, SC, TN, TX, UT, WA." A multi-state footprint means the same lot can surface in households far from the producer. The recalling firm is based in Tulare, CA. The recall covers 6722.93 of product. The FDA has Terminated this recall (first reported Dec 14, 2016), its final lifecycle state, indicating the agency considers the corrective action resolved. The historical record remains useful for tracking a brand's recall pattern over time.

Reason for Recall

Firm received one complaint from a food service customer stating a restaurant employee found white plastic in a loaf of cheese.

Product Description

WHOLE MILK CHEESE 8/6# VESUVIO BELLA; Pasteurized Milk, Cheese Cultures, Salt, Enzymes. Distributed by US Foods UPC: #075805891658 Saputo code: #989165

Distribution

Distributors AL, AZ. CA, FL, GA, IA, IL, IN, KS, MI, MN, MO, MS. NJ, NJ. NM. NY, OH, OK, OR, PA,, SC, TN, TX, UT, WA

What Should You Do?

  • 1.Check your kitchen for this product immediately.
  • 2.Do not consume the recalled product.
  • 3.Return the product to where you bought it for a full refund, or throw it away.
  • 4.If you have experienced any health issues, contact your healthcare provider.

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Source: FDA Recalls, Market Withdrawals and Safety Alerts, 2026.