France has issued a nationwide recall of several cheese products due to health risks. The alert was triggered on March 9, 2026, following concerns about contamination by harmful bacteria.
Cheese Recall Details
Among the cheeses recalled are raclette varieties, Cantal, and various cow and goat milk cheeses. Consumers are advised to refrain from consuming these products, dispose of them, or return them to retailers. The official recall notice is available on the French government website Rappel.conso.gouv.fr.
Risk of Listeria
The recall is primarily due to the detection of Listeria monocytogenes. Key products involved include:
- Raclette Lait Cru de Mont. Fleurs
- Brand: Les Petites Laiteries
- Distribution Dates: February 18 – March 5, 2026
- GTIN Code: 3573060009353
- Minimum Durability Date: April 19, 2026
- Raclette Lait Cru de Mont. Fenugrec
- Brand: Les Petites Laiteries
- Distribution Dates: February 16 – March 5, 2026
- GTIN Code: 3573060009360
- Minimum Durability Date: April 17, 2026
Consumers can obtain refunds until March 20, 2026.
Other Health Risks
Three additional cheese products are being recalled due to the presence of Escherichia coli, specifically the Shiga toxin-producing strain O26:H11. This bacteria can lead to serious gastrointestinal issues, particularly in children. The affected products include:
- Cantal AOP Entre-Deux
- Sold without branding
- Distribution Dates: February 18 – March 3, 2026
- Lot Number: 251464
- Consumption Dates: February 28 – March 30, 2026
- Picodons AOP from Fromagerie du Vivarais
- Distribution Dates: February 20 – March 6, 2026
- Minimum Durability Dates: April 4 – April 27, 2026
- Available in various packaging: unit, six-piece trays, and cartons
- Salubrity Mark: FR 07.079.001 CE
- Le Pigray Tommette au Lait Cru Concassé de Poivre
- Produced by Fromagerie d’Entrammes
- Sold in 250g tommette format
- Distribution Dates: February 25 – March 6, 2026
- GTIN Code: 3760205423239
- Minimum Durability Date: March 14, 2026
It is crucial for consumers to remain vigilant regarding these recalls to ensure their safety.
