The Recall Desk
ModerateFDA (Food)·F-0237-2020·Announced 2019-12-18

Kraft Cheese Nips Recalled for Foreign Plastic Contamination

Kraft Foods Global Inc. is recalling specific boxes of Cheese Nips due to the presence of small food-grade yellow plastic pieces from a dough scraper.

What this means for you

Minor labeling or packaging issue, or a voluntary precautionary recall. Risk of harm is low but real — follow the manufacturer's instructions.

Our severity reasoning: The recall is classified as FDA Class II, and the hazard involves foreign material contamination (plastic pieces) without reported injuries or illnesses, fitting the criteria for moderate severity.

Plain-English summary

Kraft Foods Global Inc. is conducting a recall of Cheese Nips (11 oz. box) with Retail UPC 0 44000 03453 5. The affected products have Best When Used By dates of May 18, 2020, May 19, 2020, and May 20, 2020.

The recall is being conducted due to the presence of small food-grade yellow plastic pieces from a dough scraper that were incorporated into the production process of a small amount of product. The impacted products were shipped to consignees in the U.S.

Consumers should check their pantries for these specific dates and UPC codes. If found, they should stop consuming the product and contact the manufacturer for further instructions.

The recalled product

Product
CHEESE NIPS (11 oz. BOX), Retail UPC - 0 44000 03453 5, Best When Used By Date - 18MAY20, 19MAY20, 20MAY20
Manufacturer
Kraft Foods Global Inc
Category
Food — Snacks
Hazard
Affected units
9,007

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Lot numbers (4)

  • May 18
  • 2020
  • May 19
  • and May 20

Distribution

Distribution scope not specified by the agency.

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