The Recall Desk
LowFDA (Food)·F-1530-2013·Announced 2013-06-19

Berkshire Cheese LLC Recalls Blue Cheese Due to Non-Pathogenic E. Coli Contamination

Berkshire Cheese LLC is recalling Berkshire Blue Cheese due to non-pathogenic E. Coli contamination. The product was distributed in Massachusetts.

What this means for you

Cosmetic or documentation issue. No expected health impact, but the manufacturer is correcting the affected products.

Our severity reasoning: The recall is classified as FDA Class III and involves non-pathogenic E. Coli, which is unlikely to cause adverse health consequences per the rubric.

Plain-English summary

Berkshire Cheese LLC is voluntarily recalling Berkshire Blue Cheese, made from whole unpasteurized cow's milk and aged for 60 days. The recall is due to the presence of non-pathogenic E. Coli contamination. The affected product consists of 2-3 lb. wheels wrapped in wax paper and plastic.

The recall involves 149 lbs of the product, identified by Batch HZ. The cheese was distributed in Massachusetts (MA).

Consumers who have purchased this product should stop using it and contact the manufacturer for further instructions or a refund. This recall is classified as Class III by the FDA, indicating that the product is unlikely to cause adverse health consequences.

The recalled product

Product
Berkshire Blue Cheese, Made from Whole Unpasteurized Cow's' Milk. Aged 60 days Unit size: 2-3 Lb. wheels Wrapped in wax paper then plastic

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 (1)

  • Batch HZ

Distribution

Distributed in 1 state:

Same hazard · e coli non pathogenic

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