Recall record at a glance
| Official record | F-0078-2013 |
|---|---|
| Category | Food Recalls |
| Classification | Class I |
| FDA record status | Terminated |
| Recalling firm | Forever Cheese Inc. |
| Report date | Oct 17, 2012 |
| Recall initiation date | Sep 10, 2012 |
| Quantity | 835 cases |
| Location | Astoria, NY, United States |
Official product description
Marte brand Frescolina Ricotta Salata. Matured and packed by: Fattorie Chiarappa SRL VIA Dell'ulvio, 5 Conversano (BA) - Italy. --- Product is vacuum packaged and is labeled with a round label. Product may also be cut into smaller wedges, but will still have the same Frescolina Ricotta Salata label.
Why the product was recalled
Frescolina brand Ricotta Salata cheeses found positive for Listeria monocytogenes resulting from CA state and FDA sampling.
Distribution information
Nationwide
How to read the classification
FDA Class I indicates a situation in which there is a reasonable probability that use of or exposure to the product will cause serious adverse health consequences or death. The classification shown here comes directly from the FDA enforcement record.
Additional record details
Recall type: Voluntary: Firm initiated. Initial notification: Two or more of the following: Email, Fax, Letter, Press Release, Telephone, Visit.
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