Similac Water bottles recalled for compromised seal integrity
Abbott Laboratories is recalling specific lots of Similac Water due to compromised seal integrity that could lead to spoilage. The recall affects 14,588,544 bottles distributed across the US, territories, and international locations.
What this means for you
Minor labeling or packaging issue, or a voluntary precautionary recall. Risk of harm is low but real — follow the manufacturer's instructions.
Our severity reasoning: This is an FDA Class II recall involving low-risk contamination (spoilage potential) due to seal compromise. No illnesses or injuries have been reported, and the hazard is theoretical rather than confirmed, consistent with a precautionary recall.
Plain-English summary
Abbott Laboratories is recalling Similac Water bottles (2 fl oz, sterilized, export product packaged in 48-count cases) due to compromised seal integrity.
The compromised seals could allow spoilage of the product. The recall applies to bottles with Batch No. 39398N200, Case No. 39398N200, Product No. 5100013, and Best By date of 10/01/23.
The affected product was distributed across the United States (all 50 states plus DC), US territories (Puerto Rico, Bermuda, Curacao, Trinidad, Tobago), and international locations (Panama, Dominican Republic, and Colombia). Approximately 14,588,544 bottles are affected by this recall.
If you have purchased the recalled product, do not use it. Consumers with questions or concerns should contact Abbott Laboratories or consult their healthcare provider.
The recalled product
- Product
- Similac Water - Sterilized (Export Canada) 2 fl oz reclose able plastic bottle Packaged as: 48 count case
- Manufacturer
- Abbott Laboratories
- Hazard
- Affected units
- 14,588,544
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. 39398N200 Case No. 39398N200 Product No. 5100013 Best By 10/01/23
Distribution
Part of a larger recall action
This product is one of 12 recalled by Abbott Laboratories under a single FDA (Food) recall action. The agency files each product separately, so the size of the action is not visible from this page alone.
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