GRATED 2/25 GRANA PADANO; Lot Code: 313701A01; Pack Size: 2/25#; Net Pounds: 50; PACK DATE: 05/18/13; ITEM#DGP03; arthur schuman inc, 40 new dutch lane fairfield nj 07004 U.S.A.; 937-227-0030 www.arthurschuman.com;

Arthur Schuman Midwest LLC recalled GRATED 2/25 GRANA PADANO; Lot Code: 313701A01; Pack Size: 2/25#; Net Pounds: 50; PACK DATE: 05/18/13; ITEM#DGP03; arthur schuman inc, 40 new in a Class I action — the FDA's most serious tier, reserved for products with a reasonable probability of causing serious health consequences or death on May 15, 2013.

The recall was triggered by possible Listeria contamination: "Grated Grana Padano Hard Italian Cheese was tested and found to be positive for Listeria monocytogenes." Listeria monocytogenes can grow at refrigerator temperatures and is especially dangerous for pregnant people, newborns, older adults, and those with weakened immune systems.

Distribution was broad: the FDA record describes it as "Nationwide (MA and VA)," which places this among the wider-reach recalls on the site. Consumers across the affected area should check product on hand. The recalling firm is based in Elgin, IL. The recall covers 2,500 lbs of product. The FDA has Terminated this recall (first reported Jun 5, 2013), its final lifecycle state, indicating the agency considers the corrective action resolved. The historical record remains useful for tracking a brand's recall pattern over time.