Gelato product recalled due to potential Listeria contamination
Leonardo's Gelato Hazelnut Gelato (sold 8/28/24–11/14/24) may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes. Consumers should not eat affected products and contact the manufacturer.
What this means for you
Illness, injury, or structural failure has been reported. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.
Our severity reasoning: FDA Class I classification mandates a minimum severity score of 4. Listeria monocytogenes is a high-risk pathogen capable of causing serious illness. Although no illnesses have been reported to date, the potential for harm and the agency's Class I designation justify a Severe rating.
Plain-English summary
Leonardo's Gelato Hazelnut Gelato sold in pints (UPC 04372601703) is being recalled due to potential contamination with Listeria monocytogenes, a bacterium that can cause serious illness. The affected products were manufactured by Wilcox Ice Cream with Best By/Sell By dates ranging from August 28, 2024, to November 14, 2024.
The recalled gelato was distributed in Vermont, New Hampshire, Massachusetts, and New York, totaling approximately 19.31 tons of product. Consumers in these states who purchased Leonardo's Gelato Hazelnut Gelato with the affected date range may have affected products at home.
Consumers who have purchased this product should not consume it. Instead, they should discard the product or return it to the point of purchase for a refund. Anyone concerned about potential exposure to this product should contact their healthcare provider.
The recalled product
- Product
- Leonardo's Gelato Hazelnut Gelato; Pints (UPC 04372601703)
- Manufacturer
- WILCOX ICE CREAM
- Category
- Food — Frozen Dessert
- Hazard
- listeria
Is your product affected?
Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.
Lot numbers (1)
- Best By/Sell By Dates: 8/28/24 to 11/14/24
Distribution
Distributed in 4 states:
- MA
- NH
- NY
- VT
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