The Recall Desk
CriticalFDA (Food)·F-1635-2022·Announced 2022-09-07

Lactation Smoothie Recalled Nationwide for Potential Bacterial Contamination

Sweetie Pie Organics Lactation Smoothie Mango Banana is recalled due to potential contamination with Cronobacter sakazakii and Clostridium botulinum. The recall affects 53,818,025 units distributed nationwide.

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: This is an FDA Class I recall. Cronobacter sakazakii and Clostridium botulinum are high-risk pathogens; Clostridium botulinum specifically can cause botulism, a serious and potentially fatal condition. FDA Class I classification alone qualifies this recall as Critical.

Plain-English summary

Sweetie Pie Organics Lactation Smoothie Mango Banana, 32 FL OZ (946 mL), is being recalled due to findings and potential contamination with Cronobacter sakazakii and Clostridium botulinum. The affected product has lot codes 8512 (best by date 6/6/2024) and 1721 (best by date 09/28/2023). Product UPC 856334002780 is packaged in 12-count cases and 4-count wraps.

This recall affects approximately 53,818,025 total units distributed nationwide. The product was manufactured by Lyons Magnus, Inc. and distributed by HandiCraft Company, located in St. Louis, Missouri.

Consumers who have purchased this product should not consume it and should return the product to the retailer where it was purchased. Cronobacter sakazakii and Clostridium botulinum are serious pathogens that can pose health risks.

The recalled product

Product
Sweetie Pie Organics Lactation Smoothie Mango Banana. 32 FL OZ (1 QT) 946mL UPC 8 56334-00278 0. No. 955001. Packaged in the following configurations: 1. 12 count case 2. 4 count wrap UPC 856334002810. Refrigerate after opening and consume within 24 hours. Distr
Manufacturer
Lyons Magnus, Inc
Hazard
  • cronobacter-sakazakii
  • clostridium-botulinum

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.