Costco Wholesale Canada Ltd. is recalling Formaggio brand Artisan Wraps Italian Style Meats around Fresh Mozzarella because it may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes. There have been no illnesses reported to date in connection with the consumption of this product.
The Wraps are sold in 675 gram packages at Costco stores between February 13, 2013 and March 11, 2013. All “best before” codes are affected by this recall. The UPC number is 7 08531 29431 7 and it was sold in Ontario, Quebec, New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Newfoundland, and Labrador.
The problem with Listeria monocytogenes is that it can cause illness up to 70 days after a person is exposed to it. And Listeria causes serious complications of miscarriage and stillbirth in pregnant women who may only have very mild symptoms. If you ate this product, make a note of it and monitor yourself for symptoms, including flu-like symptoms, vomiting, nausea, headache, persistent fever, and constipation. It can be treated with antibiotics, but early diagnosis is key.
If you purchased this product, do not eat it. Return it to the place of purchase for a refund. For questions and more information, call the CFIA at 1-800-442-2342 or call Costco Wholesale Canada Ltd. at 1-800-463-3783.
