Arthur Schuman Grated Grana Padano Cheese Recalled for Listeria
Arthur Schuman Midwest LLC is recalling specific lots of grated Grana Padano cheese because testing found Listeria monocytogenes.
The agency’s classification
FDA (Food): Class I
Class I is a situation in which there is a reasonable probability that the use of or exposure to a violative product will cause serious adverse health consequences or death.
This is the agency’s own classification, taken from its notice. The severity score below is our assessment, not the agency’s. How recall classes work
What this means for you
Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 5/5 (Critical).
Highest-severity recall. The hazard can cause serious injury or death. 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.
Plain-English summary
Arthur Schuman Midwest LLC is voluntarily recalling specific lots of grated Grana Padano hard Italian cheese. The recall was initiated after the product was tested and found to be positive for Listeria monocytogenes.
The affected product is identified by Lot Code 313701A01, Pack Size 2/25#, Net Pounds 50, and Pack Date 05/18/13. The product code is ARG07146JP and the lot number is 311501A01. The total quantity involved is 2,500 lbs.
The product was distributed nationwide, specifically to Massachusetts and Virginia. Consumers who have this product in their possession should check the packaging for the specific lot codes and dates listed above. If the product matches the description, consumers should discard it or return it to the place of purchase.
The recalled product
- Product
- GRATED 2/25 GRANA PADANO; Lot Code: 313701A01; Pack Size: 2/25#; Net Pounds: 50; PACK DATE: 05/18/13; ITEM#DGP03; arthur schuman inc, 40 new dutch lane fairfield nj 07004 U.S.A.; 937-227-0030 www.arthurschuman.com;
- Manufacturer
- Arthur Schuman Midwest LLC
- Category
- Food — Cheese
- 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 (2)
- Product Code: ARG07146JP
- Lot No.: 311501A01
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