Overview
- Italian producer Delizia Spa issued an urgent recall on October 9 after laboratory analysis found Listeria in REWE Feine Welt Mozzarella di Puglia.
- The action targets lot L1270 with minimum shelf date 20.10.25 (EAN 4337256961066) distributed across REWE stores in Germany.
- Consumers are advised not to eat the cheese and can return it to any REWE location for a refund without presenting a receipt.
- Health authorities (BfR/RKI) warn that listeriosis may cause fever, muscle pain, diarrhea or vomiting, with severe complications possible in vulnerable groups.
- Delizia is conducting a parallel mozzarella recall in Italy, and REWE states products outside the specified lot and date are not affected.