The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced the recall of nearly 5,000 cheese pouches sold at ALDI stores. If you’re a consumer of this product, here’s which one was affected and why it was removed from stores.
Why were the cheese pouches sold at ALDI recalled?
According to the FDA, the cheese pouches were recalled due to a potential metal contamination, as they may contain stainless steel fragments.
Which cheese pouches were removed from ALDI stores?
The recall affects 400 boxes of Happy Farms Deli-Sliced Colby Jack Cheese. Each box contains 12 bags of 355g cheese. The product has the batch number 8679653, item number 170374, UPC 4061463330840, and best by dates of July 13 and 14, 2025.
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Where were the recalled cheese pouches sold?
The affected product was distributed and sold in four states in the United States:
- Connecticut
- Michigan
- Ohio
- Pennsylvania
What should I do if I purchased the recalled cheese pouches?
U.S. health authorities warned that exposure to this metal could pose temporary health risks. Although the consequences are not severe, they advised consumers not to eat the product and to dispose of it immediately.
About ALDI
ALDI is one of the fastest-growing retail stores in the United States, serving millions of customers across the country each month, and is on track to become the third-largest supermarket chain in terms of store count by the end of 2022.
The company has set the standard for quality and affordability in the industry. It primarily focuses on saving money on the food and products shoppers want most, offering a carefully curated selection of the company’s exclusive brands. More than 90% of the store’s products are exclusive, and one out of every three exclusive products has won an award.
How many ALDI stores are there in the United States?
The company currently operates nearly 2,000 stores in 36 states across the country.
Do you need a membership to shop at ALDI?
You do not need to be a member to shop at ALDI stores. Products are available to all customers at the same low prices.
Does ALDI have a rewards card?
No. Since the store focuses on offering high-quality food and low prices every day, it does not offer rewards or rewards cards.
ALDI Return Policy
If you’re not satisfied with a product, you can return it thanks to the Twice as Nice Guarantee. To do so, you must return the packaging and any unused product to the store manager. Keep in mind that you must show your receipt to receive a refund in the original payment method.
Returns with a receipt are accepted within 90 days of the original purchase date. Customers who do not present a receipt will receive an ALDI merchandise credit gift card for the current value of the returned item.
The Twice as Nice Guarantee does not apply to ALDI Finds items that are not food, alcohol, national brands, or issues unrelated to quality. In this case, a replacement or refund will be offered.
Why do prices vary from one store to another?
The company takes various factors into account when setting prices for its products, including production and operating costs, market conditions, local regulations, consumer demand, and competition. As a result, prices may vary from one city to another.
