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RECALL RECORD — CLASS IIRecall closedF-1809-2012/FDA enforcement
Andante Dairy·Food·Jul 3, 2012

Multiple Lots of Cheese Produced by Andante Dairy, Petaluma, Ca

What you need to know

Class II

  • What happened

    Lack of proper pasteurization could have allowed dangerous pathogens to survive in multiple lots of cheese.

  • Health risk

    The product may cause temporary or medically reversible health consequences, or the probability of serious harm is remote. A process failure may have allowed harmful bacteria to survive in a product that is meant to be safe.

  • Action required

    Do not eat the product. Check the lot and UPC codes below, then discard it or return it to the retailer for a refund. If you have already eaten it, monitor for symptoms and seek medical care if they are severe or persistent.

Recall closed · classified by the FDACA, OH, NYMore food

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Product identification

Source: FDA FOOD

Brand nameAndante Dairy
Recalling firmAndante DairyPetaluma, CA, United States
UPC / barcodesNo UPC listed in the FDA enforcement record.
Lot / date codes
  • No code information
Distribution area
CAOHNY

CA, OH and NY to retail stores and restaurants.

United States

Quantity affected3870 packages
Recall initiationFDA report date: August 8, 2012
FDA recall numberF-1809-2012

Beyond the headline

The recall, in context

Andante Dairy initiated this food recall on July 3, 2012. The FDA enforcement report states: Lack of proper pasteurization could have allowed dangerous pathogens to survive in multiple lots of cheese. The FDA report lists distribution as: CA, OH and NY to retail stores and restaurants.

The FDA enforcement report describes the reason as: Lack of proper pasteurization could have allowed dangerous pathogens to survive in multiple lots of cheese.

Multiple Lots of Cheese Produced by Andante Dairy, Petaluma, Ca was made or distributed by Andante Dairy in Petaluma, CA, United States. This page reflects FDA report F-1809-2012, dated August 8, 2012.

Why this is a Class II recall

Class II means the product may cause temporary or medically reversible health consequences, or the probability of serious harm is remote. In this recall, a process failure may have allowed harmful bacteria to survive in a product that is meant to be safe.

FDA definition

The product may cause temporary or medically reversible health consequences, or the probability of serious harm is remote.

What to do now

  1. 1

    Stop using it

    Do not eat, drink or take the affected product.

  2. 2

    Check the codes

    Compare the lot and date codes against the table above.

  3. 3

    Return or discard

    Contact the retailer or recalling firm about a refund, and dispose of the product safely.

Consumer safety guide

Product safety recall

Symptoms to watch for

The official enforcement report describes the specific risk. Follow the recall notice, check the product codes and do not use a product that may be affected.

Higher-risk groups

Children, pregnant people, older adults and people with weakened immune systems should take extra care when a product's safety is uncertain.

What to do now

  1. 1Stop using or eating the product and keep it away from children and pets.
  2. 2Check the UPC and lot/date codes on this page and follow the official recall notice for disposal or return.
  3. 3Seek medical advice if anyone develops severe or worrying symptoms after exposure.

Read the official source record for the specific hazard and instructions.

This is general consumer safety information, not medical advice or a diagnosis. Follow the official recall notice and contact a healthcare professional if you have concerns about exposure or symptoms.

Frequently asked

Questions about this recall

What is the Multiple Lots of Cheese Produced by Andante Dairy, Petaluma, Ca recall?

Andante Dairy recalled Multiple Lots of Cheese Produced by Andante Dairy, Petaluma, Ca in an FDA Class II enforcement action reported as F-1809-2012. Lack of proper pasteurization could have allowed dangerous pathogens to survive in multiple lots of cheese.

What are the symptoms of Product safety recall exposure?

The official enforcement report describes the specific risk. Follow the recall notice, check the product codes and do not use a product that may be affected.

Who is most at risk from Product safety recall?

Children, pregnant people, older adults and people with weakened immune systems should take extra care when a product's safety is uncertain.

What should I do if I bought this product?

Do not eat the product. Check the lot and UPC codes below, then discard it or return it to the retailer for a refund. If you have already eaten it, monitor for symptoms and seek medical care if they are severe or persistent. Stop using or eating the product and keep it away from children and pets. Check the UPC and lot/date codes on this page and follow the official recall notice for disposal or return. Seek medical advice if anyone develops severe or worrying symptoms after exposure.

How do I get a refund from Andante Dairy?

Contact the recalling company or the retailer where you purchased the product, quote the FDA recall number and ask about a refund or replacement. Keep the packaging, lot code and proof of purchase where possible. The FDA does not issue consumer refunds. Reference FDA recall F-1809-2012 and keep the packaging, lot code and proof of purchase if you have them.

Is the Andante Dairy recall still active?

The FDA lists this recall as recall closed. It remains relevant if you still have the affected product or need to identify a historical recall.

Where can I verify this recall?

This page is normalized from the openFDA enforcement record F-1809-2012. You can verify it directly using the official source link on this page. VerifyRecall updates its index from public FDA enforcement data and does not replace advice from the FDA, the recalling firm or a healthcare professional.

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