Cheezwhse Recalls L 'Explorateur Soft Ripened Cheese for Listeria Risk
Cheezwhse is recalling specific lots of L 'Explorateur soft ripened cheese due to potential Listeria monocytogenes contamination. The product was distributed in several US states and Washington D.C.
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 severity score of 5 according to the rubric. Additionally, Listeria monocytogenes is a high-risk pathogen.
Plain-English summary
Cheezwhse is recalling 22 cases of Formagere de la Brie brand, L 'Explorateur, soft ripened cheese made from pasteurized milk. The product is packaged in 250g (8.8 oz) clear plastic containers with UPC 3 390010 004080. The recall is issued because the product may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes.
The affected lot codes are H036, H038, H043, H044, and H011. The cheese was distributed in New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, Maryland, Utah, Colorado, South Carolina, Pennsylvania, Texas, and Washington D.C.
Consumers who have purchased this product should check the bottom of the package for the listed lot codes. If the lot code matches, consumers should discard the product or return it to the place of purchase. The source text does not specify a specific action for consumers other than the standard recall protocol implied by the hazard.
The recalled product
- Product
- Formagere de la Brie brand, l 'Explorateur, soft ripened cheese made from pasteurized milk, product comes in a 250g (8.8 oz), clear plastic package marked with lot # on the bottom, with UPC: 3 390010 004080.
- Manufacturer
- Cheezwhse/Com
- Category
- Food — Cheese
- Hazard
- Affected units
- 22
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 (5)
- Lot Codes: H036
- H038
- H043
- H044
- H011
Distribution
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