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Recall Issued for Imported Italian Dry-Cured Pork Jowl Over Possible Listeria Contamination
9/8/2026, 1:31:48 AM
Recall Overview
The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced a voluntary recall of nearly 1,513 pounds of ready-to-eat pork jowl products after laboratory testing indicated the possible presence of *Listeria monocytogenes*. The products were produced by Est. 1937L Bome SRL in Italy on May 21, 2026 and entered the United States in July.
Product Details & Distribution
The recall covers two brand lines distributed by Prime Line Distributors, Inc. and Ferrarini USA, Inc. Prime Line items were shipped to retail locations in Florida, while Ferrarini items were distributed to stores in California, Florida, Idaho, Illinois, Michigan, New Jersey, New York, and Texas.
Official Agency Information
FSIS stated that the recall was initiated because the products “may be contaminated with *Listeria*,” a bacterium that can cause severe illness, particularly in pregnant people, the elderly, and immunocompromised individuals. Consumers who have purchased the affected items are instructed to discard them or return them to the place of purchase for a full refund.
Public Health Impact
Listeria can grow at refrigeration temperatures, making ready-to-eat meats a notable risk vector. Although no illnesses have been reported, the recall aims to prevent potential cases of listeriosis, which can lead to hospitalization or death in vulnerable populations.
Next Steps
FSIS will continue testing of the recalled lot and monitor distribution channels for compliance. Retailers are advised to remove the products from shelves promptly, and the agency will update the public if any illness reports emerge.
