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SevereFDA (Food)·F-1670-2022·Announced 2022-09-07

Kate Farms Nutritional Formula Recalled for Cronobacter and Botulism Risk

Kate Farms Standard 1.4 Cal/mL nutrition formula in 325 mL bottles is recalled nationwide due to potential Cronobacter sakazakii and Clostridium botulinum. Affected lot code 8031 has best-by date November 4, 2022.

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 classification mandates minimum Severe rating. Potential for high-risk pathogens Cronobacter sakazakii and Clostridium botulinum warrants this classification despite no reported illnesses in the source material.

Plain-English summary

Kate Farms Standard 1.4 Cal/mL Plain Sole-Source Nutrition Formula in 325 mL (11 fl oz) bottles is being recalled nationwide. The affected products have lot code 8031 with a best-by date of November 4, 2022. A total of 53,818,025 units are included in this recall.

The recall was issued because of findings and potential for Cronobacter sakazakii and Clostridium botulinum, both serious pathogens. These microorganisms pose significant health risks.

Kate Farms Standard is a ready-to-use formula designed for oral and tube feeding. It is manufactured by Lyons Magnus, Inc. for Kate Farms, Inc., located in Santa Barbara, California.

Consumers who have this product should stop using it and contact their healthcare provider if they have health concerns or questions about potential exposure.

The recalled product

Product
kate farms Standard 1.4 Cal/mL, Plain, Sole-Source Nutrition Formula. 325 mL (11 fl oz) UPC 8 11112-03001 0. 12 count case UPC 00811112030027. Shake Well. A ready-to-use oral and tube feeding formula. Made for Kate Farms, Inc., 101 Innovation Place, Santa Barbara, CA 9370
Manufacturer
Lyons Magnus, Inc
Category
Food — Medical Nutrition
Hazard
  • cronobacter-sakazakii
  • clostridium-botulinum

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)

  • EXPANDED 8-10-2022 Lot Code 8031 / Best By Date 11/04/2022

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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