La Ceiba Foods Recalls Cottage Cheese for Listeria Risk
This recall was posted 3 months ago. Check the FDA source for the latest status.
Class I Recall — Most Serious
This is a Class I recall — the most serious type. Products covered by this recall may cause serious health consequences or death.
Reported Health Impact
12
Illnesses
1
Death
La Ceiba Foods Latin Market Inc. has issued a recall for certain cottage cheese products due to potential contamination with Listeria. This action affects products distributed under the La Colonia, Selectos Latinos, and Clover Hill brands.
Affected Products:
- La Colonia Salvadoreno Requeson, Soft Ricotta Cheese, 14 oz, UPC: 736846383099, distributed between 05/11/2026 and 06/01/2026, with an expiration date of 07/10/2026.
- Selectos Latinos Requeson Salvadoreno, Ricotta Style Salvadoran Style Cheese, 16 oz, UPC: 767787984526, distributed between 05/11/2026 and 06/01/2026, with an expiration date of 07/10/2026.
- Selectos Latinos Requeson Mexicano, Mexican Cottage Cheese, 16 oz, UPC: 767787984519, distributed between 05/11/2026 and 06/01/2026, with an expiration date of 07/10/2026.
- Clover Hill Buket of Requeson, 18 lb, distributed between 05/11/2026 and 06/01/2026, with an expiration date of 07/10/2026.
Reason for Recall: The recall was initiated after potential Listeria contamination was identified in products manufactured by Clover Hill Dairy, LLC. This follows a multi-state outbreak investigation by the FDA and CDC, linked to requeson cheese, resulting in twelve illnesses and one death.
Consumer Guidance: Consumers are advised not to consume, sell, or serve the recalled products. They should return them to the place of purchase for a full refund. For further information, contact the Southern Maryland Agricultural Development Commission at 240-528-8850 ext. 327, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (Eastern time).
La Ceiba Foods is committed to ensuring the safety and quality of its products and is working closely with suppliers and regulatory authorities.
Affected Products
| Product Name | UPC | Expiration Date | Package Size |
|---|---|---|---|
| Salvadoreno Requeson,Soft Ricotta Cheese | 736846383099 | 07/10/2026 | 14 oz |
| Requeson Salvadoreno,Ricotta Style SalvadoreanStyle Cheese | 767787984526 | 07/10/2026 | 16 oz |
| Requeson Mexicano,Mexican Cottage Cheese | 767787984519 | 07/10/2026 | 16 oz |
| Buket of Requeson | 07/10/2026 | 18 lb |