Locatelli Grated Pecorino Romano, 5 and 10-pound plastic bags (units)

Ambriola Co., Inc., The has recalled Locatelli Grated Pecorino Romano, 5 and 10-pound plastic bags (units), according to data published by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). The recall was reported on January 14, 2026 and was initiated on November 21, 2025. It is classified as a Class I recall, which means there is a reasonable chance that using this product could cause serious health problems or death.

Below is a plain-English summary of what was recalled, why it was recalled, how to tell whether you have the affected product, and what steps you can take. For the complete and most current details, you can view the FDA record linked further down this page.

What was recalled?

This recall covers Locatelli Grated Pecorino Romano, 5 and 10-pound plastic bags (units), with approximately 964 Bags (Units) affected. The company behind the recall is Ambriola Co., Inc., The, based in West Caldwell, NJ. The FDA describes the product as: “Locatelli Grated Pecorino Romano, 5 and 10-pound plastic bags (units)”

Why was Locatelli Grated Pecorino Romano, 5 and 10-pound plastic bags (units) recalled?

According to the FDA, the stated reason for the recall is: “Product tested positive for Listeria Monocytogenes.” In plain terms, this recall relates to Listeria.

Listeria monocytogenes is a bacterium that can grow even at refrigerator temperatures, which makes it a particular concern in ready-to-eat foods. Health authorities warn that it can cause a serious infection called listeriosis, and that pregnant people, newborns, older adults, and those with weakened immune systems are especially vulnerable. This is why products potentially contaminated with Listeria are often recalled quickly.

What should you do?

If you think you may have bought Locatelli Grated Pecorino Romano, 5 and 10-pound plastic bags (units), compare it against the product description and identifying codes (Lot numbers: 1000570725 1000572476 1000570724 1000572475 1000570726 1000570727 1000572477) before using it.

The general guidance for a matching product is to stop using it and follow the instructions in the official FDA recall notice, which may include a repair, replacement, refund, or safe disposal. When in doubt, contact Ambriola Co., Inc., The or your local health authority.

About this recall

This recall was distributed in NJ. RecallRadar summarizes recall information from public FDA data to make it easier to understand. We are an independent service and are not affiliated with the FDA or any government agency, so please always refer to the official source for the authoritative record — and note the “last synced” date shown on this page, since recall details can change over time.