Quick Facts at a Glance
- Recall Date
- October 3, 2025
- Hazard Level
- HIGH
- Brands
- Happy Farms, Aldi, Great Lakes Cheese Co
- Category
- Food & Beverages
- Sold At
- Multiple Retailers
- Geographic Scope
- Nationwide (50 states)
- At-Risk Groups
- GENERAL
What to Do Now
Use this page like a recall checklist: verify the product first, then act on the official remedy.
Immediate steps
- 1Stop using the product until you confirm whether it is included in the recall.
- 2Compare the product label, model number, UPC, color, size, and purchase location against the identifiers below.
- 3Follow the official remedy from FDA - Food Safety; save photos, receipts, labels, and correspondence before contacting the company.
- 4If the product could harm a child, older adult, pet, or patient, move it out of reach immediately.
Check these identifiers
- Brand
- Happy Farms, Aldi, Great Lakes Cheese Co
- Product type
- Shredded cheese
- Model numbers
- Batch/Sell By Date: 0008922982 2/22/2026, 0008926344 2/23/2026
- Sizes
- 12 oz
- Sold at
- Multiple Retailers
- Where affected
- Nationwide
Recall Timeline
Key dates and source checks for this recall record.
Recall announced
October 3, 2025
Reported by FDA FOOD
December 10, 2025
RecallRadar source check
April 18, 2026
Consumer action
Use the official remedy and keep documentation.
Hazard Information
Potential metal fragments from supplier raw material (downstream recall)
What You Should Do
Consumers who have purchased this product should not consume it. Contact Great Lakes Cheese Co Inc for refund or replacement information. Notification method: Two or more of the following: Email, Fax, Letter, Press Release, Telephone, Visit
About This Product
This product is a shredded cheese blend used for cooking and topping. It is marketed under Aldi’s Happy Farms label and composed of multiple cheeses.
Why This Is Dangerous
The defect involves potential metal fragments from supplier material. If present, fragments could cause mouth injuries or other harm if ingested.
Industry Context
This recall is not described as part of a broader industry pattern in the notice.
Real-World Impact
Consumers may have purchased the product for household meals. The recall status is active and requires consumer action to avoid ingestion of contaminated product.
Practical Guidance
How to identify if yours is affected
- Verify UPC 4061463330949 on packaging.
- Note the 6-bag combo case includes Taco Style product.
Where to find product info
UPC on the package, batch sell-by date on the label.
What timeline to expect
Refunds or replacements are processed after claim submission; typical timelines range weeks depending on method.
If the manufacturer is unresponsive
- File a complaint with FDA recall contacts if the company is slow to respond.
- Keep records of purchase and correspondence.
How to prevent similar issues
- Always inspect packaging for tampering or damage before purchasing.
- Verify UPC and sell-by date on packages.
- Avoid bulk cases with mixed products if the recall notice covers those items.
Documentation advice
Take photos of the label, UPC, batch numbers, and packaging; retain receipts and recall notices.
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Product Details
Product: Happy Farms by Aldi Italian Style shredded cheese blend, 12 oz, UPC 4061463330949. 6‑bag combo case also includes Taco Style product. Sold at Aldi stores. Recall covers 1,900 cases distributed in AL, AR, AZ, CA, CO, FL, GA, ID, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, MN, MO, MS, NC, NE, NM, NV, NY, OK, OR, PA, SC, TN, TX, UT, VA, WA, WI and Puerto Rico. Recall date: 2025-10-03. Manufacturer: Great Lakes Cheese Co Inc. Status: Active. Hazard: Potential metal fragments from supplier raw material.
Reported Incidents
No injuries or incidents have been reported.
Key Facts
- Combo case includes Taco Style product
- Distributed to 30 states plus Puerto Rico
- Hazard: potential metal fragments in cheese
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