Bel Brands USA recalls Merkts Port Wine Cheese Spread, Net Wt. 14 oz (396g), UPC 76306-60200
Bel Brands USA recalls Merkts Port Wine Cheese Spread (14 oz) due to white plastic pieces found in product. Consumers should check UPC 76306-60200 and contact for details.
Use caution until it’s fixed
Bel Brands USA is recalling Merkts Port Wine Cheese Spread after being notified by customers that white plastic pieces were found in the product.
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What happened, in plain English
Bel Brands USA is recalling Merkts Port Wine Cheese Spread because customers found white plastic pieces in the product. This could cause choking or injury if ingested. Consumers should stop using the product and contact Bel Brands USA for instructions. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/20378-bel-brands-merkts-port-wine-cheese-spread-recall-plastic-pieces.
Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/20378-bel-brands-merkts-port-wine-cheese-spread-recall-plastic-pieces · Updated October 7, 2026 · FDA enforcement record: FDA #F-0029-2018
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“Bel Brands Merkts Port Wine Cheese Spread Recall: Plastic Pieces Found.” GovInfoNow, updated October 7, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/20378-bel-brands-merkts-port-wine-cheese-spread-recall-plastic-pieces. Based on FDA recall #F-0029-2018 (https://api.fda.gov/food/enforcement.json?search=recall_number:%22F-0029-2018%22&limit=1).
Why it’s dangerous
White plastic pieces can be ingested accidentally, leading to choking or internal injuries. The hazard is not life-threatening but poses a risk of serious injury if the plastic pieces are swallowed.
Who’s affected
Anyone who owns or uses the Merkts Port Wine Cheese Spread (14 oz) with UPC 76306-60200. Children and pet owners are at higher risk due to choking hazards.
How to tell if you have this one
Check for the product name 'Merkts Port Wine Cheese Spread', 14 oz (396g) size, and UPC 76306-60200. The best before date is APR 29 18 (2018).
- Brand
Bel Brands USA- Product
Merkts Port Wine Cheese Spread, Net Wt. 14 oz (396g), UPC 76306-60200- Category
Food
What to do — step by step
Check Product Details
Look for the UPC 76306-60200 on the product label to confirm it's the recalled item.
Contact Bel Brands USA
Reach out to Bel Brands USA for instructions on how to return or dispose of the product safely.
Questions people ask
Is this product safe to eat?
No, the product contains white plastic pieces that can cause choking or injury if ingested.
How do I know if I have the recalled product?
Check for the product name 'Merkts Port Wine Cheese Spread', 14 oz (396g), and UPC 76306-60200.
What should I do if I have the recalled product?
Contact Bel Brands USA for instructions on returning or disposing of the product safely.
Contact Bel Brands USA
We’ve drafted a message you can send Bel Brands USA to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall F-0029-2018 — Bel Brands USA Merkts Port Wine Cheese Spread, Net Wt. 14 oz (396g), UPC 76306-60200 Hello, I own a Merkts Port Wine Cheese Spread, Net Wt. 14 oz (396g), UPC 76306-60200 that is covered by recall F-0029-2018 from Bel Brands USA. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official FDA recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.
- Official source: FDA Recall #F-0029-2018 (October 6, 2017) — FDA publishes no per-recall page; this is the official machine-readable enforcement record. Search FDA recalls for F-0029-2018 to see it in context.
- Plain-language summary written by qwen3:4b on October 7, 2026, from the official record above. Not reviewed by a person — if it conflicts with the FDA notice, the notice is correct. Report an error on this page.
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