What is being recalled and why?

Great Lakes Cheese Co recalls 15,490 cases of Italian Style Shredded Cheese Blend due to reports of potential metal fragments in cheese sourced from a supplier's raw material.

Which products are affected?

Multiple SKUs sold under various brand lines and UPCs across 30 states and Puerto Rico are affected. See the recall notice for the full list and batch dates.

Are there any injuries reported?

No injuries or incidents have been reported at this time.

What should I do if I bought this product?

Do not consume the recalled product. Check the recall notice for batch dates and UPCs and contact Great Lakes Cheese Co for refund or replacement.

How will I be refunded?

Refunds or replacements are provided through recall channels. Consumers should follow the notification methods listed by the company (email, fax, letter, press release, telephone, or visit).

How do I know if my package is part of the recall?

Compare the UPCs and batch/sell-by dates on your package against the recall listing in the notice.

Where was this product sold?

The cheese blends were distributed to retailers nationwide, including Brookshire's, Cache Valley Creamery, Coburn Farms, Great Value, Know & Love, Laura Lynn, Publix, and Simply Go.

What should I do with recalled product at home?

Do not eat it. Follow the recall instructions for disposal or return as directed by Great Lakes Cheese Co.

Will I need a receipt for a refund?

Refunds are typically issued through the recall process regardless of receipt status, per recall guidance.

Where can I find more information?

Visit the FDA recall page linked in the notice for official details and contact information.

Can I still use similar products from other brands?

Use other brands of Italian-style shredded cheese that are not part of this recall and withstand checking UPCs and batch codes.

HIGHOctober 3, 2025

Great Lakes Cheese Co Italian Style Shredded Cheese Blend Recalled for Metal Fragments (15,490 cases

Great Lakes Cheese Co is recalling 15,490 cases of Italian Style Shredded Cheese Blend sold at multiple retailers nationwide after reports of potential metal fragments. The hazard stems from metal fragments in the cheese sourced from supplier raw material. Consumers should not eat these products and should contact Great Lakes Cheese Co for refunds or replacements.

Quick Facts at a Glance

Recall Date: October 3, 2025
Hazard Level: HIGH
Brand: Great Lakes Cheese
Category: Food & Beverages
Sold At: Multiple Retailers
Geographic Scope: Nationwide (50 states)
At-Risk Groups: GENERAL

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

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About This Product

These are Italian style shredded cheese blends used for toppings and cooking. The products come in 8 oz, 12 oz, and 16 oz bags and are widely sold through grocery retailers.

Why This Is Dangerous

A supplier-sourced metal fragment could be present in the cheese. This foreign object hazard may cause internal injury or choking if ingested.

Industry Context

This recall is not part of a broader industry pattern.

Real-World Impact

Consumers in many states could be affected. No injuries are reported yet, but the risk exists for foreign object ingestion. Affected products should be discarded or returned for refunds or replacements.

Practical Guidance

How to identify if yours is affected

Review the UPC, batch code and sell-by date on your packaging
Match them to the recall list in the official notice
If matched, discard the product and contact Great Lakes Cheese Co for refund or replacement

Where to find product info

UPC codes, batch/sell-by dates printed on the packaging label and recall notice on FDA enforcement page

What timeline to expect

Refunds or replacements typically processed within 4-8 weeks after contact

If the manufacturer is unresponsive

Document all contact attempts
File a consumer safety complaint with the CPSC if no response
Consult legal guidance if there is ongoing unresponsiveness

How to prevent similar issues

Check UPC and batch codes before purchasing shredded cheese blends
Avoid bulk purchases during recalls
Keep recall notices handy for quick verification

Documentation advice

Keep photos of packaging, receipts, and the recall notice; note dates and communications with the company

Product Details

Quantity recalled: 15,490 cases. Distribution: 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. Brands/distribution lines affected include multiple SKUs listed below. Sold at: Brookshire's, Cache Valley Creamery, Coburn Farms, Great Value, Know & Love, Laura Lynn, Publix, Simply Go and other retailers. Product type: Italian style shredded cheese blend in plastic bags. Size/UPC examples (per SKU): - Brookshire's Italian 6-Cheese Finely Shredded, 8 oz. UPC 9282510174, 12/case - &

Reported Incidents

No injuries or incidents have been reported.

Key Facts

15,490 cases recalled
UPC examples include 9282510174, 7495800257, 5193365638, 7874201566, 7874203979, 788030645, 868540 섀
2/14/2026 to 2/26/2026 batch sell-by dates listed by SKU
Distributed across 30 states and Puerto Rico

View Original Recall on FDA - Food Safety

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Safety Assessment

Risk LevelHIGH

Severity Score

8/ 10

Affected Groups

GENERAL

Injury Types

LACERATIONCHOKING

Product Classification

CategoryFood & Beverages › Dairy & Cheese

Product TypeCheese product

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