More baby formula recalled nationwide on the possibility of cronobacter contamination
Two more lots of baby formula have been recalled on the threat of contamination by the cronobacter bacteria, the same bacteria that caused the baby formula shortage of 2022.
Reckitt says in its FDA-posted recall notice that the recalled Enfamil ProSobee 12.9 oz. Simply Plant-Based Infant Formula has tested negative for cronobacter so far. But food companies don’t go through the trouble and cost of recalls if there’s not a concern.
“After a thorough investigation, we have identified the root cause, which was linked to a material from a third party,” the recall alert says. “We have taken all appropriate corrective actions, including no longer sourcing this material from the supplier.”
According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the cronobacter germ “can live in very dry places,” which is why it’s found in dry foods, such as powdered infant formula.
“Cronobacter infections are often very serious for babies; they can die,” the CDC says. “Cronobacter infection can also be very serious for older people and people whose bodies have trouble fighting germs, like people with HIV, organ transplants, or cancer.”
Infections can cause deadly infections such as sepsis, meningitis and bowel damage. Symptoms include grunting breaths, jaundice and poor feeding.
This covers cans with batch codes ZLZHZF and ZLZHZZ and a use by date of March 1, 2024, which will be found on the tops of cans. The product’s UPC Code is 300871214415. They went nationwide and to U.S. territories Puerto Rico and Guam.
Return the recalled can to the store where it was bought for a full refund. Or, throw it out. Do not use it.
If you have questions about this recall, call Reckitt at 800-479-0551 or email consumer.relations@rb.com.
This story was originally published February 21, 2023 at 10:17 AM.
