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Listeria Scare: Pork Recall Hits 8 States
7 Sep
Summary
- 1,513 pounds of pork guanciale recalled due to Listeria fears.
- Recall impacts eight states, including California and New York.
- No illnesses reported, but consumers urged to discard product.
Federal inspectors have initiated a Class I recall, the USDA's most serious warning, for nearly 1,513 pounds of imported ready-to-eat pork guanciale. The recall, announced on Sunday, September 6, 2026, was prompted by the detection of potential Listeria monocytogenes contamination.
The affected product, identified by LOT: 263311US and a best-by date of May 16, 2027, was produced in Italy on May 21 and imported in July. It was distributed to food service, retail, and distributor locations across California, Florida, Idaho, Illinois, Michigan, New Jersey, New York, and Texas.
Listeria monocytogenes can cause listeriosis, a severe infection particularly dangerous for older adults, pregnant women, newborns, and those with weakened immune systems. Symptoms include fever, muscle aches, and confusion, with severe cases potentially leading to death. The USDA is actively monitoring the recall's effectiveness to ensure all contaminated products are removed from circulation.
