Several different types of Brie cheese sold at Aldi recalled US health officials have announced increased concerns over potential Listeria concerns.

Savencia Cheese USA Announced voluntary recall on Saturday It involves six different types of soft-ripened cheese produced at the company’s Lena, Illinois facility. Brand names include “Aldi, La Bonne Vie and others,” an announcement said.

A separate announcement from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration said routine testing determined that processing equipment at the site may have been contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes, which can cause foodborne bacterial illness.

Listeria infection can be fatal for older Americans, pregnant women, and consumers with compromised immune systems. People with Listeriosis may experience symptoms such as fever, muscle aches, headache, confusion, loss of balance, and convulsions, sometimes followed by diarrhea or other gastrointestinal symptoms.

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In the FDA’s announcement, it was stated that no contaminated products were found in “finished product tests”, but a voluntary recall was initiated for potentially affected cheeses in stores.

The cheeses had “limited regional distribution” in the U.S., according to the FDA.

Two of the recalled cheese labels are shown in the images provided. (Credit: US Food and Drug Administration)

“A small number of retailers who purchased the product have been notified of this possible contamination and are in the process of removing the products from shelves,” the agency’s announcement said, adding that consumers should return the recalled products to the place of purchase for a full refund.

According to the FDA, as of November 4, there have been no confirmed reports of health problems related to the recalled products.

Brie cheeses affected by the recall

• Emporium Selection Brie, 12/8oz Brie – 24.12.2024 Expiration Date
• Supreme Oval 7oz, 6/7oz – 24.12.2024 Expiration Date
• La Bonne Vie Brie, 6/8oz – 24.12.2024 Expiration Date
• La Bonne Vie Camembert, 6/8oz – 24.12.2024 Expiration Date
• 12/8oz Industrial Brie – 24.12.2024 Expiration Date
• Market Basket Brie 6/8oz – 24.12.2024 Expiration Date

The recalled soft-ripened cheeses are listed in a fact sheet. (Credit: FDA)