Mozzarella
Also listed as Mozzarella Cheese, Shredded Mozzarella, and Fresh Mozzarella.
Dairy & Eggs
This is what the ingredient is.
Mozzarella is a mild cheese often sold shredded or as fresh balls. Labels may say mozzarella cheese.
Here is why it shows up on the label.
It melts on pizza, pasta, and sandwiches and is eaten fresh in salads.
Here is what food agencies say.
Many mozzarella 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. Soft fresh mozzarella needs careful refrigeration.
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 9/16/2026