Abbott Nutrition Recalls Similac Human Milk Fortifier Powder Packets
Abbott Nutrition is recalling Similac Human Milk Fortifier Powder packets in Canada due to incomplete seals that may allow air entry, causing oxidation or powder leakage.
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 II, but the hazard involves packaging integrity (incomplete seals) leading to oxidation or leakage rather than a high-risk pathogen or structural defect causing immediate serious injury. No illnesses or injuries are reported in the source text.
Plain-English summary
Abbott Nutrition is recalling Similac Human Milk Fortifier Powder, 0.9 g packets, from the Canadian market. The recall involves specific lots identified as L31056Z200, L27385Z200, and L30698Z200. The product is a powder intended to be added to human milk, and the label indicates it contains milk and soy ingredients.
The recall was initiated because some packets may have an incomplete seal. This defect could allow air to enter the packet, which may cause food oxidation and/or allow the powder to leak. The agency classification for this recall is Class II.
All product in the affected lots was shipped to Canada. Consumers who have this product should check their lot numbers against the list provided by the recalling firm. If the lot number matches, consumers should stop using the product and follow instructions from Abbott Nutrition or the relevant health authority.
The recalled product
- Product
- Similac Human Milk Fortifier Powder, .9 g packets. Label reads in part, "ADDITIONAL IRON MAY BE NECESSARY ADD ONLY TO HUMAN MILK - DO NOT ADD WATER NET WT 0.031 OZ (0.90g)***CONTAINS MILK AND SOY INGREDIENTS***USE BY***ABBOTT LABORATORIES"
- Manufacturer
- Abbott Nutrition
- Category
- Food — Infant Nutrition
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 (2)
- Lot # L31056Z200
- List # 54598-934(13) & USE BY 2015FE1
Distribution
Distribution scope not specified by the agency.
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