Velveeta Cheese Product (Kraft) – preservative issue (2014)
Class II: A situation in which use of, or exposure to, a violative product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences or where the probability of serious adverse health consequences is remote
Class II recall indicates potential for temporary health effects.
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Check Your Product
According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
Product
Velveeta Original Pasteurized Ripe Cheese Product sold under the Kraft brand and individually wrapped in plastic and sold in a card stock carton with a net weight of 2 lb. (32 oz.).
Brand
Kraft Foods Group
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Consumer Package Code: 17 DEC 2014 09:34 - 13:35
Products Sold
Consumer Package Code: 17 DEC 2014 09:34 - 13:35
Kraft Foods Group is recalling Velveeta Original Pasteurized Ripe Cheese Product sold under the Kraft brand and individually wrappe due to Kraft Foods is recalling part of one sku of Velveeta Original Pasteurized Recipe Cheese Product because a preservative ingredient was found to be pres. This is a Class I recall, indicating a high risk of serious health consequences. Based on FDA enforcement report.
Summary derived from FDA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by FDA
Kraft Foods is recalling part of one sku of Velveeta Original Pasteurized Recipe Cheese Product because a preservative ingredient was found to be present at levels below specification.
Recommended Action
Per FDA guidance
Consumers should stop using the product and contact the recalling firm or return it to the place of purchase.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) directly.
View official FDA recall noticeDistribution
As reported by FDA
IN, MO, NE, WI
Page updated: Jan 6, 2026