The Recall Desk
CriticalFDA (Food)·F-0930-2022·Announced 2022-03-16

Abbott Similac Pro-Sensitive Infant Formula Recalled for Cronobacter and Salmonella

Abbott Similac Pro-Sensitive Infant Formula is being recalled due to consumer complaints of Cronobacter sakazakii and Salmonella Newport in infants, with evidence of Cronobacter found in the manufacturing facility.

What this means for you

Highest-severity recall. Risk of serious injury or death is documented or strongly suspected. Stop using the product now and follow the agency's instructions.

Our severity reasoning: FDA Class I recall with documented consumer complaints of Cronobacter sakazakii and Salmonella Newport infections in infants and evidence of pathogen contamination in the manufacturing facility.

Plain-English summary

Abbott Laboratories is recalling Abbott Similac Pro-Sensitive Infant Formula with Iron in multiple sizes: 20.1 oz and 22.5 oz plastic jars, 34 oz plastic jars, and 7 oz cans. The recall affects approximately 938,215 cases distributed nationwide and worldwide.

The recall was initiated following consumer complaints related to Cronobacter sakazakii and Salmonella Newport in infants who consumed the product. Additionally, evidence of Cronobacter sakazakii was discovered in the manufacturing facility where the product was produced.

Consumers who have this product should stop using it. Consumers should consult their healthcare provider if they have concerns about their infant's health related to consumption of this product.

The recalled product

Product
Abbott Similac Pro-Sensitive Infant Formula with Iron 20.1oz. and 22.5oz. plastic jar. 4 jars per case; 34oz. plastic jar. 6 jars per case; 7oz. can. 6 cans per case. Item numbers: 66084 66657 67923 68090 Retail UPCs: 070074660820 070074666587 070074679242 0700746
Manufacturer
Abbott Laboratories
Category
Food — Infant Formula
Hazard
  • cronobacter-sakazakii
  • salmonella-newport

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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