Abbott Laboratories

Recall #F-0163-2023 · Initiated 2022-10-13

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What happened

Abbott Laboratories is recalling certain Similac Stage 1 infant formula bottles because some bottles may have seal problems that could allow the formula to spoil. This is a precautionary recall to prevent potential spoilage.

Who is at risk

Parents and caregivers of infants using Similac Stage 1 formula in the affected 48-count cases should be aware of this recall.

What to do

Check if you have any affected bottles from this recall and stop using them. Contact Abbott or your retailer for information on how to get a replacement or refund. If your infant consumed formula from a compromised bottle and shows signs of illness, contact your healthcare provider.

Product

Similac Stage 1 (Export Colombia) 2 fl oz reclose able plastic bottle Packaged as: 48 count case

Reason for recall

Compromised seal integrity which could lead to spoilage

Quantity affected

14,588,544 bottles TOTAL

Distribution

Domestic: Alaska, Alabama, Arizona, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Iowa, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Massachusetts, Maine, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Mississippi, Montana, North Carolina, North Dakota, Nebraska, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, Nevada, New York, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Vermont, Washington, Washington DC, Wisconsin, West Virginia, Wyoming Foreign: Canada, Puerto Rico, Bermuda, Curacao, Trinidad, Tobago, Panama, Dominican Republic, and Colombia

Lot / code info

Batch No. 39799N200 Case No. 39799N200 Product No. 6647634 Best By 04/01/23

Voluntary / mandated

Voluntary: Firm initiated

Initial notification

Two or more of the following: Email, Fax, Letter, Press Release, Telephone, Visit

Terminated

2024-08-14