La Colonia Foods Recalls Salvadoreno Requeson Soft Ricotta
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La Colonia Foods Llc is recalling 670 units of Salvadoreno Requeson Soft Ricotta due to possible Listeria monocytogenes contamination.
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This notice was issued by FDA on August 18, 2026 and geographically references Maryland, Virginia. Its severity classification of "high" signals how the issuing agency weighs the risk of harm if no action is taken - "critical" and "high" tier alerts typically carry direct consumer actions, while "medium" and "low" tend toward informational guidance or monitoring advisories. The category it belongs to - FDA Recalls - determines the consumer-protection framework behind it, which shapes what remedies (refunds, replacements, repairs, or the recall itself) are available to affected consumers and which agency holds statutory responsibility for enforcement.
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What Happened
La Colonia Foods Llc has initiated a voluntary recall of its Salvadoreno Requeson Soft Ricotta because the products may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes.
Which Products Are Affected
The recall involves La Colonia Foods Salvadoreno Requeson Soft Ricotta, Net Wt: 14 oz (367g), packaged in retail-sized clear plastic containers. A total of 670 units are affected. The products were distributed to Maryland and Virginia. The code info is Colonia1023. The recall number is H-1217-2026.
What You Should Do
Consumers should not eat the recalled product. Further details on returns or refunds are not specified in the recall announcement.
Why This Matters
This is a Class I recall involving potential contamination with Listeria monocytogenes, which can cause serious illness.
Source
FDA recall H-1217-2026. https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts
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