The Recall Desk
ModerateFDA (Food)·F-1533-2023·Announced 2023-09-27

HEB Easy Melt Salsa Queso Recalled Due to Conflicting Refrigeration Labels

HEB Easy Melt Salsa Queso is recalled for conflicting refrigeration labels that may cause improper storage. Over 7.2 million pounds were distributed across 32 states.

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: FDA Class III recall with no reported illnesses or injuries. The hazard consists of conflicting refrigeration labels that may lead to improper storage, classified as a labeling error per the severity rubric.

Plain-English summary

HEB Easy Melt Salsa Queso, a refrigerated pasteurized process cheese product manufactured by Great Lakes Cheese, Inc., is being recalled due to conflicting refrigeration instructions on product labels. The varying label requirements may cause consumers to store the product at improper temperatures, potentially compromising food safety.

The recalled product is a 32-ounce package with UPC 0-41220-33063-8 and a use-by date of 1/20/2024 or earlier. Approximately 7.2 million pounds were distributed to retailers in 32 states.

Consumers who have purchased this product should verify the refrigeration instructions on their package. If instructions are unclear or the product may have been stored improperly, discard it. To date, no illnesses have been reported associated with this recall.

The recalled product

Product
HEB Easy Melt Salsa Queso, with Tomatoes, Jalapeno Peppers & Onions, Net Wt 32 oz (2 lbs) 907g. UPC 0 41220-33063 8. Refrigerate after Opening. Made with Pride and Care for H-E-B, San Antonio, Texas 78204
Manufacturer
Great Lakes Cheese, Inc.
Category
Food — Dairy / Refrigerated Cheese
Hazard
  • mis-labeling

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 (1)

  • Use by Date and earlier: 1/20/2024

Distribution

Distributed in 32 states:

  • AL
  • AZ
  • CA
  • CO
  • CT
  • FL
  • GA
  • IL
  • IN
  • KS
  • KY
  • LA
  • MD
  • ME
  • MI
  • MN
  • MO
  • NC
  • ND
  • NE
  • NM
  • NY
  • OH
  • OR
  • PA
  • SC
  • TN
  • TX
  • UT
  • VA
  • WA
  • WI

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