From Newsweek · · 1m 30s
Whole Foods pulls a Belgian goat cheese over hidden egg
An undeclared egg protein in Cabricharme cheese sent Whole Foods scrambling across seven states.
In brief
An undeclared egg protein in Cabricharme cheese sent Whole Foods scrambling across seven states. If you bought Cabricharme at Whole Foods, check the PLU code, throw it out, and claim a refund with your receipt. Originally reported by Newsweek.
A cheese pulled from shelves
Whole Foods recalled Cabricharme, a soft raw-milk Belgian goat cheese, on Friday after finding it contained egg lysozyme that never appeared on the label.
Why a label matters
The FDA warned that anyone with an egg allergy or severe sensitivity could have a serious reaction, since shoppers rely on the package to spot trigger ingredients.
“life-threatening allergic reaction”
Seven states, 18 stores
The cheese was cut, wrapped and sold by the pound at specialty counters in Arizona, California, Connecticut, Massachusetts, New Jersey, New York and Rhode Island.
Check the PLU code
Two items are covered: Fromagerie Coop de Mean Cabricharme Raw Milk Aged 60 Days, PLU 57953, and Belgian Cabricharme, PLU 54670, with best-by dates through October 7, 2026.
A store worker caught it
A Whole Foods team member spotted the labeling problem and the company cleared the shelves. No illnesses or allergic reactions had been reported when the recall went out.
Toss it, then get your money
Do not bother returning the cheese. Whole Foods says throw it away and bring a valid receipt for a full refund, or call 1-844-936-8255 with questions.
What it means
If you bought Cabricharme at Whole Foods, check the PLU code, throw it out, and claim a refund with your receipt.
