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Class I
Old Europe Cheese, Inc.
Recall #F-0109-2023 · Initiated 2022-09-28
Plain-language summary
by FoodRecallsDB.infoWhat happened
Old Europe Cheese, Inc. is recalling Joan of Arc Peppercorn Wheel cheese because it may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes, a harmful bacteria. This is a serious recall (Class I) affecting 480 packages distributed across multiple states and Mexico.
Who is at risk
Everyone should be concerned, but pregnant people, young children, older adults, and people with weakened immune systems face the highest risk of serious illness from Listeria.
What to do
If you have this product, do not eat it—throw it away or return it to the store. Check your refrigerator for Joan of Arc Peppercorn Wheel cheese with no UPC code. If you've eaten this cheese and develop symptoms like fever, muscle aches, or digestive issues, contact your doctor.
Product
JOAN OF ARC 2.2 lb Joan of Arc Peppercorn Wheel no UPC
Reason for recall
potential contamination with Listeria monocytogenes
Quantity affected
480 pieces
Distribution
AR AZ CA CO FL GA IL IN LA MA MD MI MN MO NC NJ NY OH OR PA TX UT VA WA WI and Mexico
Lot / code info
Best By Dates ranging from September 28, 2022 to December 14, 2022
Voluntary / mandated
Voluntary: Firm initiated
Initial notification
Telephone
Terminated
2023-01-27
Recalling firm
Old Europe Cheese, Inc.
1330 E Empire Ave
Benton Harbor, MI 49022-2018
United States
Recall classification
Most serious. Reasonable probability that the product will cause serious health consequences or death.
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