Sept. 20 (UPI) -- Kraft Heinz is recalling roughly 83,500 cases of their individually wrapped Kraft Singles American cheese due to a wrapping machine issue. "The voluntary recall comes as a precaution after a temporary issue developed on one of our wrapping machines, making it possible that a thin strip of the individual film may remain on the slice after the wrapper has been removed," Kraft Heinz said in a statement. "If the film sticks to the slice and is not removed, it could be unpleasant and potentially cause a gagging or choking hazard. Advertisement The company said none of its other product are affected by the recall. The wrapping machine has been fixed and Kraft Heinz said all the other machines have been thoroughly inspected. Related Kraft Heinz recalls packages of cheese slices over choking hazard Kraft Heinz expands cheese singles recall 10-fold Kraft Heinz recalls Lunchables variety due to 'undeclared allergens' The recall includes 16 0z. Kraft Singles cheese product with a "best when used by" date of Jan 10-27. Also included in the recall are 3-pound multipacks of Kraft Singles with "best when used by" dates of Jan 9-13 and Jan. 16. The issue was discovered through several customer complaints about plastic stuck to slices, including six choking or gagging complaints. But no serious injuries were reported. Advertisement Customers should not consume the recalled products and can return them for exchanges or refunds. A similar recall of Kraft Singles was done in 2015 when 36,000 cases were recalled due to a choking hazard caused by plastic sticking to the product after it was unwrapped. From 2014-2018 Kraft Heinz recalls included 96,000 pounds of Oscar Mayer hot dogs, 2.1 million pounds of turkey bacon, 1,000 pounds of Lunchables ham and American Cracker Stackers and 7,000 cases of Taco Bell Salsa Con Queso cheese dip. Topics BusinessOscar Mayer Latest Headlines U.S. News // 1 hour ago Marine Corps commandant undergoes open heart surgery Jan. 9 (UPI) -- Marine Corps Commandant Gen. Eric Smith was recovering at the hospital Monday night following successful open heart surgery, officials said. U.S. News // 2 hours ago U.S. Navy sailor sentenced to 27 months for stealing military secrets for China Jan. 9 (UPI) -- A U.S. Navy sailor who admitted to sending sensitive information about U.S. military to China in exchange for less than $15,000 has been sentenced to more than two years' imprisonment, the Justice Department said. U.S. News // 8 hours ago At least 21 injured after explosion rocks hotel in Fort Worth, Texas Jan. 8 (UPI) -- An explosion at a newly remodeled hotel in downtown Fort Worth, Texas, on Monday injured at least 21 people, fire officials said as pictures from the scene showed streets littered with blown-out glass and debris. U.S. News // 3 hours ago White House voices support for defense secretary despite not knowing about hospitalization Jan. 8 (UPI) -- Lloyd Austin will remain secretary of defense, the White House said, as the Biden administration voiced its support for the Pentagon head despite being left in the dark three days last week about his hospitalization. U.S. News // 4 hours ago Florida police arrest suspect in deadly pre-Christmas mall shooting Jan. 8 (UPI) -- Police in Florida have arrested the suspected gunman in a shooting at a crowded Ocala shopping mall that killed a man and injured a woman two days before Christmas. U.S. News // 5 hours ago Trump co-defendant in Georgia election case alleges DA benefited from 'improper' relationship Jan. 8 (UPI) -- A co-defendant of former President Donald Trump in his Georgia election interference case is seeking to disqualify District Attorney Fani Willis over an alleged "improper" relationship with the lead prosecutor. U.S. News // 6 hours ago Driver arrested after crashing into White House complex Jan. 8 (UPI) -- A driver was in police custody Thursday night after crashing his vehicle into an exterior gate of the White House complex, the U.S. Secret Service said. U.S. News // 6 hours ago U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken arrives in Israel for 4th time since start of war Jan. 8 (UPI) -- U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken has arrived in Israel, ahead of key meetings Tuesday, where he is expected to discuss Israel's next phase in its war against Hamas and the protection of civilians in Gaza. U.S. News // 16 hours ago Lawmakers, celebrities, tech leaders gather in Las Vegas for CES 2024 Jan. 8 (UPI) -- The Consumer Electronics Show is set to begin Tuesday as the world's most influential tech innovators and their fans gather in Las Vegas for a showcase of hot new gadgets amid a host of celebrities and fanfare. U.S. News // 7 hours ago IRS says 2024 tax season officially opens on Jan. 29 Jan. 8 (UPI) -- The Internal Revenue Service on Monday announced this year's tax filing season will officially begin on Jan. 29, when it will start accepting and processing returns for 2023.
Sept. 20 (UPI) -- Kraft Heinz is recalling roughly 83,500 cases of their individually wrapped Kraft Singles American cheese due to a wrapping machine issue. Intermittant Packaging Machine
"The voluntary recall comes as a precaution after a temporary issue developed on one of our wrapping machines, making it possible that a thin strip of the individual film may remain on the slice after the wrapper has been removed," Kraft Heinz said in a statement. "If the film sticks to the slice and is not removed, it could be unpleasant and potentially cause a gagging or choking hazard. Advertisement
The company said none of its other product are affected by the recall.
The wrapping machine has been fixed and Kraft Heinz said all the other machines have been thoroughly inspected. Related Kraft Heinz recalls packages of cheese slices over choking hazard Kraft Heinz expands cheese singles recall 10-fold Kraft Heinz recalls Lunchables variety due to 'undeclared allergens'
The recall includes 16 0z. Kraft Singles cheese product with a "best when used by" date of Jan 10-27.
Also included in the recall are 3-pound multipacks of Kraft Singles with "best when used by" dates of Jan 9-13 and Jan. 16.
The issue was discovered through several customer complaints about plastic stuck to slices, including six choking or gagging complaints. But no serious injuries were reported. Advertisement
Customers should not consume the recalled products and can return them for exchanges or refunds.
A similar recall of Kraft Singles was done in 2015 when 36,000 cases were recalled due to a choking hazard caused by plastic sticking to the product after it was unwrapped.
Packing Machine From 2014-2018 Kraft Heinz recalls included 96,000 pounds of Oscar Mayer hot dogs, 2.1 million pounds of turkey bacon, 1,000 pounds of Lunchables ham and American Cracker Stackers and 7,000 cases of Taco Bell Salsa Con Queso cheese dip.