The Recall Desk
CriticalFDA (Food)·F-0564-2018·Announced 2018-01-17

Haldiram's Fresh Paneer Recalled Due to Listeria monocytogenes Contamination

Kotecha Brothers LLC is recalling Haldiram's Fresh Paneer after a sample tested positive for Listeria monocytogenes. The product was distributed to Florida consignees.

What this means for you

Highest-severity recall. Risk of serious injury or death is documented or strongly suspected. Stop using the product now and follow the agency's instructions.

Our severity reasoning: The agency classification is FDA Class I, which mandates a minimum severity score of 4. Additionally, the presence of Listeria monocytogenes, a high-risk pathogen, in a ready-to-eat food product typically warrants a Critical rating due to the potential for severe health consequences.

Plain-English summary

Kotecha Brothers LLC is recalling Haldiram's Fresh Paneer Traditional Indian Soft Cottage Cheese, Net Weight 800g (28.2 oz). The recall was initiated after the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) collected a sample from a local grocery store that tested positive for Listeria monocytogenes.

The affected product is identified by Batch No. 26 GQ (KB) and a Best Before date of 07/28/2018. A total of 45 cases were distributed to consignees in Florida.

Consumers who have purchased this product should check their pantries for the specific batch number and best-before date listed above. If the product is found, consumers should discard it or return it to the place of purchase.

The recalled product

Product
Haldiram's Fresh Paneer Traditional Indian Soft Cottage Cheese, Net Weight 800g (28.2 oz)
Manufacturer
KOTECHA BROTHERS, LLC.
Category
Food — Dairy / Cheese
Hazard
Affected units
45

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)

  • Batch No. 26 GQ (KB) Best Before 07/28/2018

Distribution

Distributed in 1 state:

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