The Recall Desk
CriticalFDA (Food)·F-1465-2013·Announced 2013-06-05

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.

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.

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;
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

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

The notice also names 2 states specifically: