Northfield, IL., September 30, 2011 – Kraft Foods Global, Inc. is voluntarily recalling three varieties of Velveeta Shells & Cheese Single Serve Microwaveable Cups with limited “best when used by” dates as a precaution due to the possible presence of small, thin wire bristle pieces.
The following products are being recalled:
Name of Product
Size
Best When Used By Dates
UPC
Velveeta Shells & Cheese Original Microwaveable Cups
Velveeta Shells & Cheese Original Four Pack Microwaveable Cups
2.39 oz. cup
4 x 2.39 oz. cup
16 MAY 2012
24 APR 2012 to 16 MAY 2012
2100002322
2100002339
Velveeta Shells & Cheese Made with 2% Milk Microwaveable Cups
Velveeta Shells & Cheese Made with 2% Milk Four Pack Microwaveable Cups
2.19 oz cup
4 x 2.19 oz cup
25 MAR 2012 to 30 MAR 2012
29 MAR 2012 to 12 APR 2012
2100002323
2100002946
Velveeta Rotini & Cheese Broccoli Microwaveable Cups
2.44 oz cup
29 APR 2012 to 14 MAY 2012
2100002318
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Consumers can find the “best when used by” date on the bottom of the package.
No other “best when used by” dates of Velveeta Shells & Cheese Single Serve Microwaveable Cups or any other Kraft Foods products are being recalled.
There have been no reports of consumer injuries or complaints. Kraft Foods is issuing this voluntary recall out of an abundance of caution.
Approximately 137,000 cases of the affected products were shipped to customers across the United States. The affected products were not distributed in Canada.
Consumers who purchased affected “best when used by” dates of these products should not eat them. They should return them to the store of purchase for an exchange or full refund. Consumers also can contact Kraft Foods Consumer Relations Monday through Friday at 1-800-308-1841.
The affected products were manufactured in Champaign, IL and Lakeville, MN.
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