Severity
Critical
CriticalClass ITerminated
FDA Food recall · Reported March 31, 2021
Quesillo sold under the following brands and container sizes: El Abuelito Cheese Quesillo Abuelito 12oz Vacuum Pack 673130200000 Quesillo Abuelito 5Lbs Vacuum Bag Loose Bag 673130500001 Quesillo Abuelito 10Lbs Vacuum Bag Loose Bag 673130600008 El Viejito El Viejito 10Lbs Vacuum Bag Loose Bag 718122180950 El Paisano El Paisano 5Lbs Vacuum Bag 799456415468 El Paisano 10Lbs Vacuum Bag 799456415482 El Sabrosito El Sabrosito 10Lbs Vacuum Bag 749390337586 La Cima La Cima 5Lbs Vacuum Bag 0726328
Product may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes.
El Abuelito Cheese, Inc. recalled Quesillo sold under the following brands and container sizes: El Abuelito Cheese Quesillo… - a critical-severity action.
Quesillo sold under the following brands and container sizes: El Abuelito Cheese Quesillo… was recalled by El Abuelito Cheese, Inc. in March 31, 2021. Reason: Product may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes.. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #F-0347-2021 with the FDA Food before acting.
The recall
El Abuelito Cheese, Inc. issued this critical-severity FDA Food recall-Product may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes..
- Critical
- severity level
- Class I
- classification
- March 31, 2021
- reported
Sourced from official FDA Food enforcement records. Verify recall #F-0347-2021 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This FDA Food action (record #F-0347-2021) was formally reported on March 31, 2021, with the manufacturer initiating the action on February 17, 2021. It is classified under Critical severity (Class I), with a current status of Terminated. El Abuelito Cheese, Inc. is listed as the recalling firm, operating out of Paterson, NJ. Federal records list the affected scope as N/A.
The documented reason for this recall is: Product may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes. Distribution data in the federal record shows the product reached: The product has been distributed in the following States: PA, NY, NJ, CT,DE, MA. Distribution scope directly affects the consumer exposure window and determines whether a recall remains regional or escalates into a nationwide advisory.
Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 2 from FDA Food - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.
Food recalls over time
Where this recall sits in its category - 25,126 food recalls on record
Of 101,704 recalls in the database, 24,878 are high severity, 72,426 moderate, and 4,400 low. This recall is classified high severity.
Counts reflect market size and reporting activity, not inherent danger, we do not rank products by risk from raw recall volume.
Affected scope
N/A
Related Recalls
6
2 from same agency
Product description
Quesillo sold under the following brands and container sizes: El Abuelito Cheese Quesillo Abuelito 12oz Vacuum Pack 673130200000 Quesillo Abuelito 5Lbs Vacuum Bag Loose Bag 673130500001 Quesillo Abuelito 10Lbs Vacuum Bag Loose Bag 673130600008 El Viejito El Viejito 10Lbs Vacuum Bag Loose Bag 718122180950 El Paisano El Paisano 5Lbs Vacuum Bag 799456415468 El Paisano 10Lbs Vacuum Bag 799456415482 El Sabrosito El Sabrosito 10Lbs Vacuum Bag 749390337586 La Cima La Cima 5Lbs Vacuum Bag 072632891653 Quesos Finos Quesos Finos 5Lbs Vacuum Bag 851800004145 San Carlos San Carlos 14Lbs Loose Bag 814920000039 Ideal Ideal 5Lbs Vacuum Bag 610563082674 Ideal 10Lbs Vacuum Bag 897930001951
Reason for recall
Product may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Food and Drug Administration |
| Severity class | Critical (Class I) |
| Status | Terminated |
| Recall number | F-0347-2021 |
| Date reported | March 31, 2021 |
| Date initiated | February 17, 2021 |
| Recalling firm | El Abuelito Cheese, Inc. |
| Firm location | Paterson, NJ |
| Affected scope | N/A |
| Distribution | The product has been distributed in the following States: PA, NY, NJ, CT,DE, MA |
Profile values are sourced directly from the official FDA Food enforcement record. Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration.
What to do with this recall
Match your product against the recall record, then act on the agency remedy.
- Check the recall number (F-0347-2021) and product description against the item you own. Search the archive
- Confirm the current status with FDA Food before acting, recall details can be updated.
- This is a Class I (high-risk) recall, stop using the product immediately and follow the disposal or return instructions. What to do next
This page summarizes the official FDA Food record for research and awareness; it is not legal, medical, or safety advice. Verify with the issuing agency before acting.
Frequently Asked Questions
What product was recalled? ▼
Quesillo sold under the following brands and container sizes: El Abuelito Cheese Quesillo Abuelito 12oz Vacuum Pack 673130200000 Quesillo Abuelito 5Lbs Vacuum Bag Loose Bag 673130500001 Quesillo Abuelito 10Lbs Vacuum Bag Loose Bag 673130600008 El Viejito El Viejito 10Lbs Vacuum Bag Loose Bag 718122180950 El Paisano El Paisano 5Lbs Vacuum Bag 799456415468 El Paisano 10Lbs Vacuum Bag 799456415482 El Sabrosito El Sabrosito 10Lbs Vacuum Bag 749390337586 La Cima La Cima 5Lbs Vacuum Bag 072632891653 Quesos Finos Quesos Finos 5Lbs Vacuum Bag 851800004145 San Carlos San Carlos 14Lbs Loose Bag 814920000039 Ideal Ideal 5Lbs Vacuum Bag 610563082674 Ideal 10Lbs Vacuum Bag 897930001951. Recalled by El Abuelito Cheese, Inc.. Units affected: N/A.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
Product may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the FDA Food on March 31, 2021. Severity: Critical. Recall number: F-0347-2021.
Where was the recalled product distributed? ▼
Distribution: The product has been distributed in the following States: PA, NY, NJ, CT,DE, MA.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall? ▼
Check the product description and recall number (F-0347-2021) against your product. Visit the official FDA Food website for the most current information. You can also use our Recall Checker tool to search by product name or brand.
What are the health risks of consuming a recalled food product? ▼
Recalled food products may contain contaminants, undeclared allergens, or harmful bacteria such as Salmonella, Listeria, or E. coli. Consuming these products can cause foodborne illness ranging from mild gastrointestinal symptoms to serious conditions requiring hospitalization. If you have consumed a recalled food product and experience symptoms, contact your healthcare provider and report to the FDA via MedWatch.
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