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Spartan Central Kitchen
Recall #F-0170-2013 · Initiated 2012-09-10
Plain-language summary
by FoodRecallsDB.infoWhat happened
Spartan Central Kitchen is recalling Little Italy panini sandwiches made between August 20 and September 10, 2012, because FDA testing found harmful Listeria bacteria in the kitchen's food preparation areas. The company is taking this action voluntarily to protect customers.
Who is at risk
Anyone who purchased this sandwich in Michigan or Ohio during that time period should be concerned, especially pregnant women, young children, elderly people, and those with weakened immune systems, as they are more vulnerable to Listeria infection.
What to do
Check your freezer or refrigerator for any Little Italy paninis with sell-by dates on or before September 10, 2012, and do not eat them. If you have questions or concerns about whether you purchased this product, contact Spartan Central Kitchen or your local health department.
Product
#703 Panini - Little Italy 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 20th to September 10th 2012 due to the possible contamination. All lots with sell by dates on or befo
Quantity affected
305
Distribution
MI and OH only.
Lot / code info
All products with the sell by dates on or before September 13th.
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.