Locatelli Grated Pecorino Romano, 5 and 10-pound plastic bags (units)
Recalled by Ambriola Co., Inc., The
Food recall
Ambriola Co., Inc., The
Class I — most serious
There is a reasonable chance that using this product could cause serious health problems or death.
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.
Who this recall affects
This recall matters most to pregnant people, newborns, adults over 65, and people with weakened immune systems. Listeria is unusual because it can grow at refrigerator temperatures, and health authorities consider it especially serious during pregnancy.
Distribution listed in the notice: The recalled product was distributed to the following states: AZ, CA, CO, CT, DE, FL, GA, IL, IN, MA, ME, NJ, NY, OH, OR, PA, TX, VA, WA, WI.
What Listeria actually means
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.
In this case, the concern applies specifically to Locatelli Grated Pecorino Romano, 5 and 10-pound plastic bags (units) from Ambriola Co., Inc., The — not to the wider category of products. Similar items from other brands aren't part of this recall.
How to check whether you have it
On packaged food, lot codes and best-by dates are usually printed in small date-coding ink on the side seam, the bottom of the package, or near the top seal — not on the front label. The UPC barcode is on the back or bottom.
Compare what you find against the identifying details in this recall: Lot numbers: 1000570725 1000572476 1000570724 1000572475 1000570726 1000570727 1000572477
What to do if you already bought it
Do not eat the product, even if it looks and smells normal — contamination is usually invisible.
Return it to the store for a refund, or throw it away in a sealed bag so pets and wildlife can't reach it.
If it touched other food or surfaces, wash those surfaces and your hands with hot soapy water. When in doubt, contact Ambriola Co., Inc., The or your local health department.
Full recall details
- Status
- Completed
- Date reported
- January 14, 2026
- Recall started
- November 21, 2025
- Distributed in
- NJ
What you can do
Check whether any product you have matches the description and codes above. If it does, stop using it and follow the instructions in the official recall notice. When in doubt, contact the company or your local health authority.
Quick answers
Why was Locatelli Grated Pecorino Romano, 5 and 10-pound plastic bags (units) recalled?+
According to the FDA: Product tested positive for Listeria Monocytogenes.
How serious is this recall?+
Class I — most serious. There is a reasonable chance that using this product could cause serious health problems or death.
What should I do if I have Locatelli Grated Pecorino Romano, 5 and 10-pound plastic bags (units)?+
Compare your product against the description and identifying codes on this page. If it matches, stop using it and follow the instructions in the official recall notice — this usually means returning it for a refund or discarding it. When in doubt, contact the company or your local health authority.
Opens the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) data for this recall.
Recall number: H-0368-2026. Information last synced from the FDA on September 29, 2026.