The Recall Desk
CriticalFDA (Food)·H-1189-2026·Announced 2026-08-05

Requeson Soft Ricotta Recalled Due to Possible Listeria Contamination

Nelson & Isa Lacteos LLC is recalling 480 1-lb packages of Requeson soft ricotta sold in NY because the product may be contaminated with 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: FDA classified this recall as Class I, which the rubric maps to Critical (score 5).

Plain-English summary

Nelson & Isa Lacteos LLC is recalling 480 1-lb clamshell packages of Requeson (soft ricotta). The product comes in a clear clamshell package with no labeling information; “Requeson” is handwritten in black marker on the top lid. No lot code or UPC is present.

The recall was issued because the product may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes. The FDA has classified this recall as Class I.

The recalled product was distributed only in New York. Consumers who have this product should not eat it and should follow FDA recall guidance for next steps. Because the packages have no lot code or UPC, consumers should identify the product by the handwritten “Requeson” label on the clear clamshell lid.

The recalled product

Product
Requeson (soft ricotta) 1 lb. packed into a clear clamshell package with no labeling information. "Requeson" is handwritten in black marker on the top lid of the clamshell package. No lot code or UPC.
Manufacturer
Nelson & Isa Lacteos LLC
Category
Food — Dairy / Soft Cheese
Hazard

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Lot numbers (1)

  • None

Distribution

Distributed in 1 state:

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