The Recall Desk
HighFDA (Food)·F-0849-2024·Announced 2024-02-14

Fresh mozzarella cheese recalled for improper temperature storage

Greco Sidari fresh mozzarella cheese sold in Ohio, New York, and Pennsylvania was not held at appropriate temperatures, which could affect spoilage and potentially support pathogen growth. Consumers should discard affected products or return them to the retailer.

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 improper temperature storage of fresh dairy cheese, which could potentially support pathogen growth. No illnesses or injuries have been reported, placing this in the risk-of-harm category without confirmed harm.

Plain-English summary

Greco Sidari is recalling fresh mozzarella cheese (ciliegine format, 0.33 ounce portions) in 1/3-pound packaging units. All lot codes distributed between November 26, 2023, and January 5, 2024, are included in the recall, representing 1,375 cases total.

The product was not held at an appropriate temperature. Improper temperature storage could affect spoilage patterns and potentially support pathogen growth, creating a food safety concern.

The recalled products were distributed to Ohio, New York, and Pennsylvania.

Consumers in possession of this product should discard it or return it to their retailer for a refund.

The recalled product

Product
GRANDE .33OZ FRESH CILIEGINE MOZZ 1/3# SUPC/ITEM # 19134P
Manufacturer
Greco Sidari
Category
Food — Cheese / Fresh Mozzarella
Hazard
  • temperature-control-failure
  • pathogen-growth

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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