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RECALL RECORD — CLASS IIRecall closedF-0396-2016/FDA enforcement
Contes Pasta Company, INC.·Food·Nov 4, 2015

Conte's Gluten Free Wheat Free Cheese Ravioli with Marinara Sauce NET WT

What you need to know

Class II

  • What happened

    This recall has been initiated due to possible contamination with Salmonella which was found in a raw product by a third party laboratory.

  • Health risk

    The product may cause temporary or medically reversible health consequences, or the probability of serious harm is remote. A bacteria commonly linked to poultry, eggs, sprouts and seeded vegetables. Infection can cause fever, cramps and diarrhea.

  • 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 FDACT, FL, IL, IN +7 moreMore food

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Product identification

Source: FDA FOOD

Brand nameContes Pasta Company, INC.
Recalling firmContes Pasta Company, INC.Vineland, NJ, United States
UPC / barcodes
7 34158 94445 8
Lot / date codes
  • 6 - 12 ounce meals per case
  • Use By 02052017 and 02112017.
Distribution area
CTFLILINMINHNJNYPAVTWI

United States: CT, FL, IL, IN, MI, NH, NJ, NY PA, VT and WI. Product also distributed to Canada.

United States, Canada

Quantity affected41 cases
Recall initiationFDA report date: December 23, 2015
FDA recall numberF-0396-2016

Beyond the headline

The recall, in context

Contes Pasta Company, INC. initiated this food recall on November 4, 2015. The FDA enforcement report states: This recall has been initiated due to possible contamination with Salmonella which was found in a raw product by a third party laboratory. The FDA report lists distribution as: United States: CT, FL, IL, IN, MI, NH, NJ, NY PA, VT and WI. Product also distributed to Canada.

The FDA enforcement report describes the reason as: This recall has been initiated due to possible contamination with Salmonella which was found in a raw product by a third party laboratory.

Conte's Gluten Free Wheat Free Cheese Ravioli with Marinara Sauce NET WT was made or distributed by Contes Pasta Company, INC. in Vineland, NJ, United States. This page reflects FDA report F-0396-2016, dated December 23, 2015.

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 bacteria commonly linked to poultry, eggs, sprouts and seeded vegetables. Infection can cause fever, cramps and diarrhea.

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 UPC and lot code 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

Salmonella

Symptoms to watch for

Diarrhea, fever, abdominal cramps, nausea and sometimes vomiting. Symptoms can be severe in young children, older adults and immunocompromised people.

When symptoms may appear

Usually 6 hours to 6 days after exposure; illness often lasts 4 to 7 days.

Higher-risk groups

Children under 5, adults over 65, pregnant people and anyone with a weakened immune system are more likely to develop severe illness.

What to do now

  1. 1Stop using or eating the affected product and keep it away from children and pets.
  2. 2Match the product against the UPC and lot/date codes on this page, then dispose of it safely or return it to the retailer.
  3. 3If you have already been exposed and develop severe or worsening symptoms, seek medical advice promptly.

General guidance based on CDC and FDA consumer information.

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 Conte's Gluten Free Wheat Free Cheese Ravioli with Marinara Sauce NET WT recall?

Contes Pasta Company, INC. recalled Conte's Gluten Free Wheat Free Cheese Ravioli with Marinara Sauce NET WT in an FDA Class II enforcement action reported as F-0396-2016. This recall has been initiated due to possible contamination with Salmonella which was found in a raw product by a third party laboratory.

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 affected product and keep it away from children and pets. Match the product against the UPC and lot/date codes on this page, then dispose of it safely or return it to the retailer. If you have already been exposed and develop severe or worsening symptoms, seek medical advice promptly.

Is the Contes Pasta Company, INC. 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-0396-2016. 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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