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ACTIVE RECALL — CLASS IActive recallF-1710-2017/FDA enforcement
Mds Foods INC·Food·Feb 4, 2017

Pepper Jack Cheese Packaged as: (a) Troyer Pepper Jack Ew Halfmoon, Item 10840, 8 OZ

What you need to know

Class I

  • What happened

    Potential cross contamination from a of product collected by the State Department of Agriculture which tested positive for Listeria Monocytogenes

  • Health risk

    The product has a reasonable probability of causing serious adverse health consequences or death. A hardy bacteria that can grow at refrigerator temperatures and cause severe illness in vulnerable groups.

  • 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.

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Product identification

Source: FDA FOOD

Brand nameMds Foods INC
Recalling firmMds Foods INCMassillion, OH, United States
UPC / barcodes
4964693610649646936069
Lot / date codes
  • Lot Numbers: (a) Best if used by: 02/28/2017 through 08/14/2017 (b) Best if used by: 02/28/2017 through 08/14/2017
Distribution area
FLGAILINKSKYMAMIMOOHPASCTNTXUT

FL, GA, IL, IN, KS, KY, MA, MI, MO, MC, OH, PA, SC, TN, TX, UT

United States

Quantity affected1344 lbs
Recall initiationFDA report date: March 29, 2017
FDA recall numberF-1710-2017

Beyond the headline

The recall, in context

Mds Foods INC initiated this food recall on February 4, 2017. The FDA enforcement report states: Potential cross contamination from a of product collected by the State Department of Agriculture which tested positive for Listeria Monocytogenes. The FDA report lists distribution as: FL, GA, IL, IN, KS, KY, MA, MI, MO, MC, OH, PA, SC, TN, TX, UT.

The FDA enforcement report describes the reason as: Potential cross contamination from a of product collected by the State Department of Agriculture which tested positive for Listeria Monocytogenes

Pepper Jack Cheese Packaged as: (a) Troyer Pepper Jack Ew Halfmoon, Item 10840, 8 OZ was made or distributed by Mds Foods INC in Massillion, OH, United States. This page reflects FDA report F-1710-2017, dated March 29, 2017.

Why this is a Class I recall

Class I means the product has a reasonable probability of causing serious adverse health consequences or death. In this recall, a hardy bacteria that can grow at refrigerator temperatures and cause severe illness in vulnerable groups.

FDA definition

The product has a reasonable probability of causing serious adverse health consequences or death.

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

Listeria monocytogenes

Symptoms to watch for

Fever, muscle aches, nausea and diarrhea may occur. Severe infection can cause headache, stiff neck, confusion, loss of balance or convulsions.

When symptoms may appear

Symptoms can begin within a few days, but can take up to several weeks to appear.

Higher-risk groups

Pregnant people, newborns, adults over 65 and immunocompromised people are at the highest risk of 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 Pepper Jack Cheese Packaged as: (a) Troyer Pepper Jack Ew Halfmoon, Item 10840, 8 OZ recall?

Mds Foods INC recalled Pepper Jack Cheese Packaged as: (a) Troyer Pepper Jack Ew Halfmoon, Item 10840, 8 OZ in an FDA Class I enforcement action reported as F-1710-2017. Potential cross contamination from a of product collected by the State Department of Agriculture which tested positive for Listeria Monocytogenes

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 Mds Foods INC recall still active?

Yes. As of the latest FDA enforcement report, this recall is listed as ongoing. Check the official source record for the most current status before making a decision.

Where can I verify this recall?

This page is normalized from the openFDA enforcement record F-1710-2017. 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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Record last synced from official openFDA enforcement data on November 14, 2026. Source record: official FDA notice.