The Recall Desk
CriticalFDA (Food)·F-1959-2017·Announced 2017-04-26

Pondini Recalls Pecorino Balze Volteranne Cheese for Listeria Contamination

Pondini, Inc. is recalling specific lots of Pecorino Balze Volteranne cheese because it tested positive for 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 minimum severity score of 4, and the presence of Listeria monocytogenes in a ready-to-eat food product represents a critical health hazard.

Plain-English summary

Pondini, Inc. is recalling 42 lbs of Pecorino Balze Volteranne DOP cheese, manufactured by Societa Agricola Fattoria Lischeto srl. The product is sold in 1.5 kg wheels. The recall is limited to Lot #07 December 2016.LCM.

The recall was initiated because the cheese tested positive for Listeria monocytogenes. This product was distributed in New Jersey and New York.

Consumers who have this product in their possession should check the lot number and discard the cheese or return it to the place of purchase.

The recalled product

Product
Pecorino Balze Volteranne DOP Societa Agricola Fattoria Lischeto srl, 1.5 kg/wheel.
Manufacturer
Pondini, inc.
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 (1)

  • Lot #07 December 2016.LCM

Distribution

Distributed in 2 states:

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