Is my cheese recalled if it looks fine on the outside?

Yes. The recall covers many store-brand and name-brand shredded mozzarella cheeses. Do not rely on appearance. Check UPC codes and batch numbers listed in the recall against your packaging.

How do I know if my UPC or batch code is affected?

Compare your product UPC to the codes provided in the recall list. Also check the sell-by or batch date codes shown in the recall documents.

What should I do if my product is affected?

Do not consume the product. Follow the return or refund instructions from Great Lakes Cheese Co using two or more contact methods.

Will I get a refund or replacement?

Great Lakes Cheese Co is offering refunds or replacements. The exact method requires contacting the company via two or more channels.

Are there health risks from metal fragments in cheese?

Metal fragments could cause mouth or gastrointestinal injuries if ingested. Do not eat affected cheese and discard if you cannot confirm it is unaffected.

How long will refunds take?

Refund timelines vary. Expect several weeks, depending on the method of contact and postal processing.

Where can I find more information?

Visit the FDA recall page linked in the enforcement notice for the most current details.

Should I check other cheeses from the same brands?

Check other shredded mozzarella products from the same brands using the UPC and batch code lists in the recall.

What if I already disposed of the product?

Keep any packaging and contact Great Lakes Cheese Co for instructions on verification or potential replacement options.

Who should I contact for questions not answered by the recall?

Use the two-plus notification methods described in the recall update or consult the FDA enforcement summary.

HIGHOctober 3, 2025

Great Lakes Cheese Co recalls 235,789 cases of shredded mozzarella cheese (2025) for metal fragments

Great Lakes Cheese Co recalled 235,789 cases of shredded mozzarella cheese sold at multiple retailers nationwide. The recall cites potential metal fragments from supplier raw material in the product lines. Consumers should not consume the cheese and should contact Great Lakes Cheese Co for refund or replacement.

Quick Facts at a Glance

Recall Date: October 3, 2025
Hazard Level: HIGH
Brand: Great Lakes Cheese Co
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

Shredded mozzarella cheese sold under multiple store brands is a common ingredient for pizzas, pastas, and toppings. This recall affects many nationally distributed lines bearing various UPCs.

Why This Is Dangerous

Metal fragments from a supplier could be present in shredded cheese. Exposure could occur when consuming the product and may cause mouth or GI injuries.

Industry Context

This recall is not currently described as part of a broader industry pattern.

Real-World Impact

Consumers nationwide may need to discard or return affected lots. Refunds or replacements are being offered through multiple channels, which may take weeks.

Practical Guidance

How to identify if yours is affected

1) Locate UPC on your cheese package.
2) Compare UPC to recall list provided by the FDA enforcement notice.
3) Look for batch/sell-by date on packaging that matches recall details.

Where to find product info

UPC codes and batch/sell-by date details are listed in the recall notice and FDA enforcement page.

What timeline to expect

Refund or replacement processing may take 2-6 weeks after verification of eligibility.

If the manufacturer is unresponsive

Document all contact attempts.
Escalate to consumer protection agencies if needed.
Consider filing a complaint with CPSC if the company fails to respond in a timely manner.

How to prevent similar issues

When buying shredded mozzarella, compare UPCs with current recall lists.
Choose products with clear UPCs and batch codes.
Keep receipts and packaging until you confirm product safety in your pantry.

Documentation advice

Save recall notice, take photos of packaging, UPCs, batch codes, and any correspondence with the company.

Product Details

Model numbers: Batch/Sell By Date codes listed in the recall filing. UPCs include 7003865782; 5300007162; 5300007170; 9282510119; 9282510120; 9282510130; 9282592197; 7495802553; 3225116742; 5193331657; 5193321820; 5193334257; 1500555310; 1500562589; 1500569744; 1500562869; 1500562870; 1500562869; 0008913583; 0008912796. 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. Sold via store brands including Always Save, Borden, Brookshire’s, Cache Valley Creamery, Chestnut Hill, Coburn Farms, Econ

Reported Incidents

No injuries or incidents have been reported.

Key Facts

235,789 cases recalled
Nationwide distribution across many store brands
UPC codes and batch codes listed in recall
Two or more notification methods required for refunds/replacements

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Safety Assessment

Risk LevelHIGH

Severity Score

8/ 10

Affected Groups

GENERAL

Injury Types

LACERATIONPOISONINGOTHER

Product Classification

CategoryFood & Beverages › Dairy & Cheese

Product TypeMozzarella Cheese - Shredded

Product Details

Brand

Great Lakes Cheese Co

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