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HighFDA (Food)·F-0830-2024·Announced 2024-02-14

Fresh Mozzarella Cheese Recalled Over Temperature Storage Risk

Greco Sidari recalled fresh ciliegine mozzarella sold in Ohio, New York, and Pennsylvania due to improper temperature storage that could allow spoilage and potential pathogen growth.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: FDA Class II recall involving a risk-of-harm condition where improper temperature storage could potentially support pathogen growth. No illnesses or injuries have been reported in the source material, making this a theoretical pathogenic risk rather than a confirmed hazard.

Plain-English summary

Greco Sidari is recalling fresh ciliegine mozzarella (GRANDE .33OZ FRESH CILIEGINE MOZZ 2/3#) due to improper temperature storage during distribution and handling. A total of 1,375 cases were affected.

The product was not held at an appropriate temperature, which could affect spoilage and potentially support pathogen growth. The affected lot codes were distributed between November 26, 2023, and January 5, 2024.

The recalled product was distributed to retail locations in Ohio, New York, and Pennsylvania. Consumers who purchased this product should not consume it. Anyone experiencing illness symptoms should contact a healthcare provider.

The recalled product

Product
GRANDE .33OZ FRESH CILIEGINE MOZZ 2/3# SUPC/ITEM # 19134
Manufacturer
Greco Sidari
Category
Food — Dairy / Fresh Cheese
Hazard
  • improper-temperature
  • pathogen-growth-risk
  • spoilage-risk

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 (3)

  • All Lot Codes Distributed between November 26
  • 2023 and January 5
  • 2024

Distribution

Distributed in 3 states:

  • NY
  • OH
  • PA

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