Swiss Cheese
Also listed as Swiss and Emmental Style Cheese.
Dairy & Eggs
This is what the ingredient is.
Swiss cheese is a mild holey cheese. Labels may say Swiss cheese.
Here is why it shows up on the label.
It is sliced for sandwiches and melted in hot dishes.
Here is what food agencies say.
Sold as a refrigerated cheese under FDA dairy labeling and sanitation rules.
Here is what research has found.
Listeria in cheese plants has driven past recalls of Swiss-style and other cheeses.
Here are a few things worth knowing.
Contains milk. Keep cold; discard if past date or spoiled.
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