New York, August 2025 — The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued its highest-level health warning following a voluntary recall of Brie Royal Faucon cheese due to potential contamination with Listeria monocytogenes. The recall, announced on August 14, 2025, was initiated by Fromi USA, a New York–based importer and distributor.
Product and Distribution
The recall affects 12 cases of Brie Royal Faucon, each weighing 1 kilogram, bearing Lot number 615. The products were imported from France and distributed exclusively to Cheese Plate Park Slope LLC, which operates two shops in Brooklyn: Cheese Plate Brooklyn – Park Slope and Cheese Plate Brooklyn – Carroll Gardens. The cheese was sold at these locations—either as whole wheels or cut portions—between July 24 and August 13, 2025.
While whole wheels carry the identifying lot number on their packaging, cut wedges or individually wrapped portions may lack the code, raising the risk that some consumers may not realize their purchase is included in the recall.
Health Risks of Listeria
Listeria monocytogenes is a bacterium that can cause listeriosis, a serious infection particularly dangerous for pregnant women, newborns, elderly adults, and individuals with weakened immune systems. In high-risk populations, listeriosis can result in miscarriage, stillbirth, or life-threatening illness. Symptoms in the general population may include fever, headache, muscle aches, nausea, abdominal pain, and diarrhea.
Although no illnesses linked to Brie Royal Faucon have been reported in the U.S. to date, the FDA classifies this as a Class I recall, its most urgent category, meaning there is a reasonable probability that consumption could cause serious health consequences.
Consumer Guidance
- Do not consume Brie Royal Faucon sold between July 24–August 13, 2025.
- Return the cheese to the place of purchase for a full refund or dispose of it safely.
- Sanitize any surfaces, utensils, or refrigerators that may have come into contact with the product.
- Seek medical care immediately if symptoms of listeriosis develop, especially for vulnerable individuals.
Broader Context
This recall follows a series of Listeria-related cheese recalls in recent months, including certain Camembert assortments and products from Middlefield Original Cheese Co-Op in Ohio. Experts note that soft cheeses made from unpasteurized or improperly handled milk are among the most common vehicles for Listeria, underscoring the importance of strict supply chain monitoring and consumer awareness.
