Enfamil baby formula recalled for possible bacteria contamination

STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — Select batches of Enfamil Nutramigen infant formula are being recalled for possible bacteria contamination.

According to a notice posted by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), Reckitt/Mead Johnson Nutrition is recalling select batches of its Nutramigen Powder, a specialty infant formula for the dietary management of Cows Milk Allergy in 12.6- and 19.8-ounce cans, distributed through retail stores nationwide.

There is a possibility of contamination with Cronobacter sakazakii, which can cause severe, life-threatening infections (sepsis) or meningitis (an inflammation of the membranes that protect the brain and spine). Symptoms of sepsis and meningitis may include poor feeding, irritability, temperature changes, jaundice (yellow skin and whites of the eyes), grunting breaths and abnormal movements. Cronobacter infection may also cause bowel damage and may spread through the blood to other parts of the body.

These containers of formula were manufactured in June 2023 and distributed primarily in June, July and August 2023. Based on the limited availability of the remaining stock of this special infant formula, it is believed that much, if not all, of the products recalled in the United States have been consumed, according to the company.

There are no reports of illnesses or adverse events to date.

The batches in question can be identified by the batch code on the bottom of the can. The products have a UPC Code of 300871239418 or 300871239456 and “Use By Date” of “1 Jan 2025″. The following recalled product batch codes and can size associated with each batch were distributed in the U.S.:

• ZL3FHG (12.6 oz cans);
• ZL3FMH (12.6 oz cans);
• ZL3FPE (12.6 oz cans);
• ZL3FQD (12.6 oz cans);
• ZL3FRW (19.8 oz cans); and
• ZL3FXJ (12.6 oz cans).

No other U.S.-distributed Nutramigen batches or other Reckitt products are impacted.

Consumers who purchased Nutramigen should check the bottom of the can to identify whether the batch number is affected. Products…