Costco Recalls Tillamook Cheese Due to Possible Plastic Contamination

United States

Costco has issued a recall for its Tillamook Colby Jack and Monterey Jack cheese slices due to potential plastic contamination. The products were sold between May 9 and May 31, 2024. The recall was initiated after small quantities of gray and black plastic pieces were found in a limited quantity of Monterey Jack Cheese. The company is voluntarily removing the product from the marketplace as a precautionary measure.

The recalled product is:
- A 32 oz. twin-pack of Tillamook Colby Jack and Monterey Jack cheese slices.
- Item number 651195.
- The cheese has a "Best If Used By" date of October 22, 2024.

If you have this product at home, do not consume it and return it to the store where it was purchased.

If you or a loved one are harmed or experiencing any symptoms, it is important to report it. Reporting can help to detect & resolve outbreaks early and prevent others from being harmed, and enables better surveillance. If symptoms persist, seek medical care.

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