CFIA Recalls Chaeban Mediterani Mascarpone Cheese for Non-Pathogenic E. Coli

The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) has announced a recall of Chaeban brand Mediterani Mascarpone Fresh Soft Cheese due to contamination with non-pathogenic E. coli. The affected cheese was sold in 250-gram packages with UPC 6 28011 03061 0, best before date .25 AU 01, and Lot 2025050201. The recall notice was issued on June 20, 2025.

This recall covers cheese distributed in British Columbia and Manitoba. According to the CFIA, the notice is classified as a Class 2 recall.

The CFIA advises consumers and retailers not to use, sell, serve, or distribute the recalled product. The agency states that the E. coli detected in this cheese is non-pathogenic. The recalling firm is Chaeban Ice Cream.

Further details about this recall are available on the CFIA website.