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Sargento Sliced Muenster, 8oz., UPC 4610000107, Sell By dates: 05MAR17F, 06MAR17F,16APR17F, 17APR17Fand 15APR17F

Q: What is being recalled?

Sargento Foods, Inc. is the subject of a food safety report: Sargento Sliced Muenster, 8oz., UPC 4610000107, Sell By dates: 05MAR17F, 06MAR17F,16APR17F, 17APR17Fand 15APR17F. The notice was published on February 10, 2017 by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Approximately 116,554 units are potentially affected.

Q: Why was this product recalled?

This recall was issued in connection with a listeria concern. The full description above contains the FDA's official wording about the defect, affected lots, and impacted distribution — read it carefully.

Q: What should I do if I have this product?

Stop using the product. Check the lot number, model number, or sell-by date against the recall notice above. Then contact Sargento Foods, Inc. or the retailer where you purchased it to request a refund, replacement, or repair. The official FDA page has the most current instructions: https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts.

Q: Is a refund or replacement free?

Yes. Under federal recall procedures, consumers are entitled to a remedy at no cost — typically a full refund, free replacement, or free repair. There is generally no expiration on safety recalls. Keep your receipt if possible, but most agencies require remedies even without proof of purchase.

Q: Has anyone been hurt by this product?

Injury and incident reports are part of the official recall announcement above. If you or a member of your household has been harmed by this product, report the incident to FDA at https://www.fda.gov/safety/report-problem-fda. Reports help the agency identify ongoing risks and pursue follow-up enforcement.

Q: Where can I get more information?

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is the authoritative source for this recall. Visit https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts for the complete recall notice, lot codes, and the manufacturer's contact information.

Q: Is this an FDA food or cosmetic recall?

This recall is in the FDA's jurisdiction and may cover food, dietary supplements, cosmetics, or related products. Follow the FDA's official guidance in the notice above. If you have consumed the product and are concerned about your health, contact a healthcare provider.

⚠ Critical Alert — Stop Using Immediately

This product has been flagged with severe risks (listeria). Stop using it now and contact the brand or FDA for a refund, repair, or replacement.

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Sargento Foods, Inc.

FDA Recall Notice

Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) — official FDA notice for recall FDA-F-1652-2017.

Sargento Foods Inc. was notified by their supplier that the cheese that was supplied may have been contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes.

Corrective Action (per FDA)

Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) — official FDA notice for recall FDA-F-1652-2017.

Recall terminated by FDA.

✅ What you should do

Stop using the product if you own it.
Check the model number, lot code, or sell-by date against the recall notice above.
Contact Sargento Foods, Inc. or the retailer where you bought it for a refund, replacement, or repair.
For the most current official instructions, visit the FDA recall page.
If you've been hurt by this product, report the incident to FDA.

Consumer Contact (per FDA)

Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) — official FDA notice for recall FDA-F-1652-2017.

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Sargento Foods, Inc. Recall FAQ

What is being recalled?

Sargento Foods, Inc. is the subject of a food safety report: Sargento Sliced Muenster, 8oz., UPC 4610000107, Sell By dates: 05MAR17F, 06MAR17F,16APR17F, 17APR17Fand 15APR17F. The notice was published on February 10, 2017 by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Approximately 116,554 units are potentially affected.

Why was this product recalled?

What should I do if I have this product?

Is a refund or replacement free?

Has anyone been hurt by this product?

Where can I get more information?

Is this an FDA food or cosmetic recall?

Sargento Sliced Muenster, 8oz., UPC 4610000107, Sell By dates: 05MAR17F, 06MAR17F,16APR17F, 17APR17Fand 15APR17F

⚠ Critical Alert — Stop Using Immediately

FDA Recall Notice

Corrective Action (per FDA)

✅ What you should do

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