Abbott Recalls Water Bottles Labeled as Similac Pro-Advance Infant Formula
Abbott Nutrition is recalling 111 cases of water-filled bottles incorrectly labeled as Similac Pro-Advance infant formula. The bottles were not intended for distribution.
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: The recall is classified as FDA Class III, which the rubric associates with scores of 1 or 2. Given the potential for serious harm if water is mistaken for infant formula, a score of 2 (Moderate) is appropriate for this labeling error.
Plain-English summary
Abbott Nutrition, Division of Abbott Laboratories, is recalling 111 total cases of water-filled bottles that were incorrectly labeled as Similac Pro-Advance Infant Formula with Iron, Milk-Based, Ready to Feed, 32 FL OZ (1 QT). The recall involves Batch Numbers BW3520316 (List Number 64248) and BW0970914 (List Number 66611). The source text notes that no lot or expiration dates are present because the bottles were not intended for distribution.
The products were distributed to Connecticut, Maryland, New Jersey, New York, and Pennsylvania. The recall is classified as FDA Class III, indicating that use or exposure to the violative product is not likely to cause adverse health consequences.
Consumers who possess these items should stop using them and contact Abbott Nutrition for further instructions. The primary issue is the mislabeling of water as infant formula, which poses a risk if the product is consumed by infants.
The recalled product
- Product
- Similac Pro-Advance Infant Formula with Iron, Milk-Based, Ready to Feed, 32 FL OZ (1 QT)
- Category
- Food — Infant Formula
- Hazard
- Affected units
- 111
Distribution
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