Cheddar
Also listed as Sharp Cheddar and Mild Cheddar.
Dairy & Eggs
This is what the ingredient is.
Cheddar is a common aged cow's-milk cheese. Labels may say cheddar or cheddar cheese.
Here is why it shows up on the label.
It is sliced for sandwiches, shredded for melting, and used in snacks.
Here is what food agencies say.
Many cheddar styles follow US cheese standards of identity and pasteurization rules.
Here is what research has found.
Listeria and allergen mislabeling are recurring themes in cheese recalls.
Here are a few things worth knowing.
Contains milk. Keep refrigerated.
Sources
- FDA Food Labeling
- USDA FSIS
- FDA Recalls
How to read this page
We publish plain facts about this ingredient so a label is easier to read. This is not medical advice, and it is not a recommendation to buy, avoid, or use anything. For a personal health question, talk with a clinician who knows your history.
v1.0Updated 9/17/2026