Requeson/Ricotta, sold under the following brands and container sizes: El Abu...

FDA Recall #F-0346-2021 — Class I — February 17, 2021

Recall #F-0346-2021 Date: February 17, 2021 Classification: Class I Status: Terminated

Product Description

Requeson/Ricotta, sold under the following brands and container sizes: El Abuelito Requeson Ricotta 12oz Clam Shell Container, UPC: 673130300014; El Abuelito Requeson Ricotta - Promocion $3.99 12oz. Clam Shell Container, UPC: 673130300014; El Viejito Requeson/Ricotta 12oz. Clam Shell Container 718122180912

Reason for Recall

Product may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes.

Recalling Firm

El Abuelito Cheese, Inc. — Paterson, NJ

Classification

Class I — A situation in which there is a reasonable probability that the use of, or exposure to, a violative product will cause serious adverse health consequences or death.

Product Type

Food

Status

Terminated

Voluntary / Mandated

Voluntary: Firm initiated

What Should You Do?

Stop consuming this product immediately. Check your home for the recalled item and dispose of it safely. If you experienced a health issue after consuming this product, contact your doctor and report it to the FDA MedWatch.