Numbskull LLC Recalls VCP Gelato Due to Listeria Risk
Numbskull LLC is recalling VCP Gelato in 5-liter trays because raw materials may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes. The product was distributed to shops in Washington and Idaho.
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 is defined as a serious health hazard. Additionally, the presence of Listeria monocytogenes is a high-risk pathogen that can cause severe illness, meeting the criteria for a Critical severity score.
Plain-English summary
Numbskull LLC is voluntarily recalling approximately five 5-liter plastic trays of VCP Gelato. The recall was initiated after the firm was notified that the raw materials used in the production of these ice cream products have the potential to be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes.
The affected product is labeled with the flavor name and a production code. All codes manufactured between January 1, 2014, and December 15, 2014, are included in this recall. The code format is described as "MMDD" and "XXXX"-Snoqualmie Gourmet Ice Cream Code.
The product was distributed to ice cream scoop shops and restaurants in Washington and Idaho. Consumers who have purchased this product should check their inventory for the specific production codes listed above and stop using the product if it matches the recall description.
The recalled product
- Product
- VCP Gelato; 5 liter plastic trays. Product is labeled with flavor name and production code.
- Manufacturer
- Numbskull LLC
- Category
- Food — Ice Cream
- Hazard
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 codes manufactured from January 1
- 2014 - December 15
- 2014. ("MMDD" and "XXXX"-Snoqualmie Gourmet Ice Cream Code)
Distribution
Part of a larger recall action
This product is one of 115 recalled by Numbskull LLC under a single FDA (Food) recall action. The agency files each product separately, so the size of the action is not visible from this page alone.
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