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Class II
Spartan Central Kitchen
Recall #F-0169-2013 · Initiated 2012-09-10
Plain-language summary
by FoodRecallsDB.infoWhat happened
Spartan Central Kitchen is recalling Reuben panini sandwiches made between August 10 and September 10, 2012, because bacteria called Listeria was found in the food preparation areas during an FDA inspection. No one has reported getting sick from these sandwiches.
Who is at risk
People in Michigan and Ohio who purchased this product should be concerned, especially pregnant women, elderly people, and those with weakened immune systems, as they are more vulnerable to Listeria.
What to do
If you have a #704 Panini - Reuben sandwich from this time period, do not eat it and throw it away. Contact Spartan Central Kitchen or your retailer if you have questions about whether your sandwich is included in the recall.
Product
#704 Panini - Reuben sandwich
Reason for recall
During an FDA inspection, microbiological swabs were collected and the results found that 21 sub samples in zones 1, 2 & 3 are positive for Listeria Monocytogenes (L.M.), Listeria innocua (L.I.) or Listeria seeligeri (L.S.). The firm is voluntarily recalling all products manufactured from August 10th to September 10th 2012 due to the possible contamination. No illnesses have been reported.
Quantity affected
215
Distribution
MI and OH only.
Lot / code info
All with production dates 8/10/12 to 9/10/12 and UPC 704
Voluntary / mandated
Voluntary: Firm initiated
Initial notification
E-Mail
Terminated
2013-02-19
Recalling firm
Spartan Central Kitchen
463 44th St SE
Grand Rapids, MI 49548-4327
United States
Recall classification
Remote probability of serious adverse health consequences, or temporary reversible consequences.