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FDA Food recall · Reported April 5, 2017

Parmesan Truffle Salt. The product is packaged in glass taster cork jars (0.9 oz.) with cork top lid, glass small jars (1.8 oz.) with glass lids, and glass large jars (6.1 oz.) with glass lids. Sold as single items. The label is read in parts: "***Parmesan Truffle Salt*** INGREDIENTS: SEA SALT, TRUFFLE, PARMIGIANO REGGIANO CHEESE ***PRODUCT OF ITALY***PACKAGED BY BITTERMAN SALT CO. PORTLAND, OR***"

Parmigiano Reggiano (Parmesan) cheese is declared, but milk is not listed on label.

Recall #
F-1733-2017
Affected scope
500 taster cork jars (0.9 oz.); 192 small jars (1.8 oz.), and 78 large jars (6.1 oz.).
Initiated
March 1, 2017
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Bitterman and Sons recalled Parmesan Truffle Salt. The product is packaged in glass taster cork jars (0.9 oz.) with c… — a moderate-severity action.

Parmesan Truffle Salt. The product is packaged in glass taster cork jars (0.9 oz.) with c… was recalled by Bitterman and Sons in April 5, 2017. Reason: Parmigiano Reggiano (Parmesan) cheese is declared, but milk is not listed on label.. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #F-1733-2017 with the FDA Food before acting.

The recall

Bitterman and Sons issued this moderate-severity FDA Food recall — Parmigiano Reggiano (Parmesan) cheese is declared, but milk is not listed on label..

Moderate
severity level
Class II
classification
April 5, 2017
reported

Sourced from official FDA Food enforcement records. Verify recall #F-1733-2017 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This FDA Food action (record #F-1733-2017) was formally reported on April 5, 2017, with the manufacturer initiating the action on March 1, 2017. It is classified under Moderate severity (Class II), with a current status of Terminated. Bitterman and Sons is listed as the recalling firm, operating out of Portland, OR. Federal records list the affected scope as 500 taster cork jars (0.9 oz.); 192 small jars (1.8 oz.), and 78 large jars (6.1 oz.)..

The documented reason for this recall is: Parmigiano Reggiano (Parmesan) cheese is declared, but milk is not listed on label. Distribution data in the federal record shows the product reached: distributed in AK, CA, CT, FL, IL, IN, KS, MO, NV, NY, OR, TX, UT, VA, and WA.. 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, 6 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.

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Where this recall sits in the database

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Where this recall sits in the database

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Severity

Moderate

Affected scope

500 taster cork jars (0.9 oz.); 192 small jars (1.8 oz.), and 78 large jars (6.1 oz.).

Related Recalls

6

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Product description

Parmesan Truffle Salt. The product is packaged in glass taster cork jars (0.9 oz.) with cork top lid, glass small jars (1.8 oz.) with glass lids, and glass large jars (6.1 oz.) with glass lids. Sold as single items. The label is read in parts: "***Parmesan Truffle Salt*** INGREDIENTS: SEA SALT, TRUFFLE, PARMIGIANO REGGIANO CHEESE ***PRODUCT OF ITALY***PACKAGED BY BITTERMAN SALT CO. PORTLAND, OR***"

Reason for recall

Parmigiano Reggiano (Parmesan) cheese is declared, but milk is not listed on label.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the FDA Food recall record
Attribute Value
Agency U.S. Food and Drug Administration
Severity class Moderate (Class II)
Status Terminated
Recall number F-1733-2017
Date reported April 5, 2017
Date initiated March 1, 2017
Recalling firm Bitterman and Sons
Firm location Portland, OR
Affected scope 500 taster cork jars (0.9 oz.); 192 small jars (1.8 oz.), and 78 large jars (6.1 oz.).
Distribution distributed in AK, CA, CT, FL, IL, IN, KS, MO, NV, NY, OR, TX, UT, VA, and WA.

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

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  • Check the recall number (F-1733-2017) and product description against the item you own. Search the archive
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  • Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. 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?
Parmesan Truffle Salt. The product is packaged in glass taster cork jars (0.9 oz.) with cork top lid, glass small jars (1.8 oz.) with glass lids, and glass large jars (6.1 oz.) with glass lids. Sold as single items. The label is read in parts: "***Parmesan Truffle Salt*** INGREDIENTS: SEA SALT, TRUFFLE, PARMIGIANO REGGIANO CHEESE ***PRODUCT OF ITALY***PACKAGED BY BITTERMAN SALT CO. PORTLAND, OR***". Recalled by Bitterman and Sons. Units affected: 500 taster cork jars (0.9 oz.); 192 small jars (1.8 oz.), and 78 large jars (6.1 oz.)..
Why was this product recalled?
Parmigiano Reggiano (Parmesan) cheese is declared, but milk is not listed on label.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Food on April 5, 2017. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: F-1733-2017.
Where was the recalled product distributed?
Distribution: distributed in AK, CA, CT, FL, IL, IN, KS, MO, NV, NY, OR, TX, UT, VA, and WA..
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (F-1733-2017) 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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Data Sources

Source: FDA, CPSC, and NHTSA federal recall databases. This recall: FDA Food, reported April 5, 2017.

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