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Middlefield Original Cheese Coop recalls Shredded Parmesan Cheese Packaged in plastic and 3 more: listeria risk

January 22, 2020 · Middlefield Original Cheese Coop Class I

Class IFDA’s highest-risk class: a reasonable probability that using or being exposed to the product will cause serious adverse health consequences or death.
Reason for the recallPotential Listeria monocytogenes in the cheese.

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Recall at a glance

Recalling company
Middlefield Original Cheese Coop
Location
Middlefield, OH
Reported by FDA
January 22, 2020
Recall started
November 29, 2019
Risk class
Class I
Status (latest data we have)
Terminated
Type
Voluntary: Firm initiated
Category
Dairy and eggs
Reason type
Listeria

Is my product affected?

Compare your product’s name, size and lot or date codes with the list below. A recall usually covers only specific codes.

  • Shredded Parmesan Cheese Packaged in plastic 5lb bags, 4 bags per box
    Quantity: 80 lbs
    Codes: Item Code: 39073 Packed on Dates: Oct 9 - Nov 25 2019
  • Shredded Cheddar Cheese Packaged in plastic 5lb bags, 4 bags per box
    Quantity: 920 lbs
    Codes: Item Code: 39073 Packed on Dates: Oct 9 - Nov 25 2019
  • Shredded Mozzarella/Provolone Mix Cheese Packaged in plastic 5lb bags, 4 bags per box
    Quantity: 1,100 lbs
    Codes: Item Code: 39073 Packed on Dates: Oct 9 - Nov 25 2019
  • Shredded Mozzarella Cheese Packaged in plastic 5lb bags, 4 bags per box
    Quantity: 660 lbs
    Codes: Item Code: 39073 Packed on Dates: Oct 9 - Nov 25 2019

Where it was distributed

Distributed to a single consignee within Ohio.

What to do

If you have this product, check the codes above. FDA recall notices often tell consumers to stop eating the product and to return it or throw it away. Follow the company’s instructions and the official FDA information, and if you are unsure, do not eat it. If someone becomes ill after eating a recalled food, contact a healthcare professional. See FDA’s recalls and safety alerts for company announcements.

Frequently asked questions

What was recalled?

Middlefield Original Cheese Coop recalled 4 products, including Shredded Parmesan Cheese Packaged in plastic 5lb bags, 4 bags per box.

Why was it recalled?

Potential Listeria monocytogenes in the cheese.

What does Class I mean?

FDA’s highest-risk class: a reasonable probability that using or being exposed to the product will cause serious adverse health consequences or death.

Where was it sold or shipped?

Distributed to a single consignee within Ohio.

What should I do if I have this product?

Compare the product name, size and lot or date codes with the details on this page. FDA recall notices often tell you to stop eating the product and to return it or throw it away. Follow the company’s instructions and the official FDA information. If you are unsure, do not eat it.

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