Kraft Heinz Recalls Ham And Cheese Loaf Sold In Virginia

VIRGINIA — Kraft Heinz Foods on Monday recalled about 2,400 pounds of ready-to-eat ham and cheese loaf products due to possible cross-contamination, the company said in a notice distributed by the U.S. Food Safety and Inspection Service.

The products were produced on Oct. 10 and shipped to distribution centers in Virginia and Ohio, the company said.

According to the notice, the following products are affected by the recall:

• 16-oz. rigid vacuum-packed packages containing “Oscar Mayer Ham & Cheese LOAF” with codes from “07 Feb 2023 20:40 7B” through “07 Feb 2023 22:16 7B” on the label.

The affected products bear the establishment number "Est. 537V" inside the USDA mark of inspection.

The possible cross-contamination was discovered when Kraft Heinz notified federal officials that the product was sliced on the same equipment as another product that had been under-processed. According to the notice, the equipment was not cleaned between runs, leading to concerns about possible cross-contamination.

So far, no adverse reactions or illnesses have been reported.

Anyone with these products in their refrigerator or freezer should not consume them. The products should be thrown away or returned to the place of purchase for a refund.

Consumers with questions about the recall can contact The Kraft Heinz Food Company at lynsey.elve@kraftheinz.com or call the Kraft Heinz Food Company Consumer Hotline at 866-572-3806.