Abbott Similac Organic infant formula recalled for pathogenic bacteria contamination
Abbott is recalling Similac Organic infant formula due to potential Cronobacter sakazakii and Salmonella Newport contamination. The recall affects roughly 8514 cases distributed nationwide and internationally.
What this means for you
Illness, injury, or structural failure has been reported. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.
Our severity reasoning: FDA Class I recall classification mandates a minimum severity score of 4 per the rubric. Salmonella Newport and Cronobacter sakazakii are high-risk pathogens in infant formula, the highest-risk population.
Plain-English summary
Abbott Laboratories is recalling multiple Similac Organic infant formula products, including the Toddler Drink (23.2oz) and Infant Formula with Iron (20.6oz). The recall is due to potential contamination with Cronobacter sakazakii and Salmonella Newport, pathogens that pose serious health risks to infants. Additionally, Cronobacter sakazakii was detected in the manufacturing facility where these products were produced.
Affected products include Similac Organic with A2 Milk Toddler Drink (item 67905, UPC 070074677576) and Similac Organic Toddler with A2 Milk Infant Formula with Iron (item 68104, UPC 070074681054). The recall involves batches 24399SH00 and 33780SH00, totaling approximately 8514 cases. The products were distributed nationwide in the United States and internationally.
Consumers should immediately stop using affected products and dispose of them. Those with questions about the recall should contact Abbott Laboratories. Parents and caregivers who believe their infants may have been affected should consult their healthcare provider.
The recalled product
- Product
- Abbott Similac Organic with A2 Milk Toddler Drink 23.2oz plastic jar. 4 jars per case. Abbott Similac Organic Toddler with A2 Milk Infant Formula with Iron 20.6oz. plastic jar. 4 jars per case. Item numbers: 67905 68104 Retail UPCs: 070074677576 070074681054
- Manufacturer
- Abbott Laboratories
- Category
- Food — Infant Formula
- Affected units
- 8,514
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)
- Batches: 24399SH00 33780SH00
Distribution
Distributed nationwide across the United States.
Part of a larger recall action
This product is one of 41 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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