FDA-PR2026-06-05PATHOGEN

Nelson & Isa Lacteos Requeson Cheese recalled for Listeria monocytogenes contamination

Nelson & Isa Lacteos Requeson Cheese recalled for Listeria risk

Nelson & Isa Lacteos is recalling 1-pound packages of Requeson Cheese sold in New York from May 15–28, 2026, because they may contain Listeria monocytogenes bacteria. The contamination was discovered during state testing of a bulk container that was repackaged into the recalled 1-pound containers. No illnesses have been reported so far.

  • Do not eat the recalled Requeson Cheese if you have it.
  • Return the product to the store where you bought it for a full refund.
  • Call Nelson & Isa Lacteos at 631-334-1055 (9 a.m.–5 p.m. ET) if you have questions.

Product photos

Top of Requeson Clamshell Package, 1 lb
Top of Requeson Clamshell Package, 1 lb
Bottom of Requeson Clamshell Package, 1 lb
Bottom of Requeson Clamshell Package, 1 lb
Hazard

Nelson & Isa Lacteos LLC. of Bayshore, NY, is recalling 1lb packages of Requeson Cheese because they may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes, an organism which can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems

Official notice

https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/nelson-isa-lacteos-llc-recalls-requeson-cheese-due-possible-health-risk

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