The Recall Desk
HighFDA (Food)·F-0162-2023·Announced 2022-11-23

Similac Special Care infant formula recalled for compromised seal

Abbott Laboratories is recalling Similac Special Care 2 fl oz bottles due to compromised seal integrity that could lead to spoilage. Affected bottles have batch number 41861N200 with a best-by date of 06/01/23.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: This is an FDA Class II recall with no reported illnesses or injuries and no confirmed spoilage. The hazard—compromised seal integrity that could lead to spoilage—is theoretical rather than confirmed. Per the rubric, recalls with theoretical hazards and no reported illness score at most 3 (High).

Plain-English summary

Abbott Laboratories is recalling approximately 14.6 million bottles of Similac Special Care 2 fl oz infant formula due to compromised seal integrity on the bottles.

The affected bottles may have seal integrity issues that could allow spoilage to occur. This recall was initiated as a precautionary measure to prevent potential risks associated with spoiled infant formula.

The recall affects batch number 41861N200 with a best-by date of 06/01/23. The product was distributed domestically across all 50 U.S. states and Washington DC, as well as internationally to Canada, Puerto Rico, Bermuda, Curacao, Trinidad and Tobago, Panama, Dominican Republic, and Colombia.

Consumers who have purchased affected bottles should discontinue use and contact Abbott Laboratories or their healthcare provider for guidance on replacement product or further instructions.

The recalled product

Product
Similac Special Care 2 fl oz reclose able plastic bottle Packaged as: 4 count carton
Manufacturer
Abbott Laboratories
Category
Food — Infant Formula
Hazard
  • seal-integrity
  • spoilage-risk

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Lot numbers (1)

  • Batch No. 41861N200 Case No. 440344R00 Product No. 67446 Best By 06/01/23

Distribution

Distributed in 1 state:

  • DC

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