Sargento Fat Free Ricotta Natural Cheese and Dutch Farms Fat Free Ricotta Cheese packaged in 15 ounce plastic tubs.
Recalled by Miceli Dairy Products CO on Jun 19, 2014
Recall Summary
Miceli Dairy Products CO recalled Sargento Fat Free Ricotta Natural Cheese and Dutch Farms Fat Free Ricotta Cheese packaged in 15 ounce plastic tubs. in a Class II action, the FDA tier for products that may cause temporary or medically reversible health effects on Jun 19, 2014.
The FDA-published reason for this recall is: "These ricotta cheese products were manufactured from loads of whey protein concentrate that tested positive for beta lactam residues."
The product reached multiple states, recorded by the FDA as "Product was distributed to the following states: IL, MN, OH, and WI." A multi-state footprint means the same lot can surface in households far from the producer. The recalling firm is based in Cleveland, OH. The recall covers 169 cases SARS15B and 13 cases DFFREE15B of product. The FDA has Terminated this recall (first reported Aug 20, 2014), 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.
Reason for Recall
These ricotta cheese products were manufactured from loads of whey protein concentrate that tested positive for beta lactam residues.
Product Description
Sargento Fat Free Ricotta Natural Cheese and Dutch Farms Fat Free Ricotta Cheese packaged in 15 ounce plastic tubs.
Distribution
Product was distributed to the following states: IL, MN, OH, and WI.
What Should You Do?
- 1.Check your kitchen for this product immediately.
- 2.Do not consume the recalled product.
- 3.Return the product to where you bought it for a full refund, or throw it away.
- 4.If you have experienced any health issues, contact your healthcare provider.
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