The Recall Desk
HighFDA (Food)·F-0163-2023·Announced 2022-11-23

Abbott Similac Stage 1 infant formula recalled for compromised seal integrity

Abbott Laboratories is recalling Similac Stage 1 infant formula due to compromised seal integrity on 14,588,544 bottles. The defect could allow product spoilage.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: This is an FDA Class II recall for a risk-of-harm product (infant formula) where compromised seal integrity could allow spoilage. No illnesses or injuries have been reported, fitting the rubric criterion for High severity.

Plain-English summary

Abbott Laboratories is recalling Similac Stage 1 (Export Colombia) 2 fl oz resealable plastic bottles due to compromised seal integrity that could lead to product spoilage. This recall affects 14,588,544 bottles with Batch No. 39799N200 and a Best By date of 04/01/23.

The recalled product was distributed domestically across all 50 U.S. states and Washington DC, as well as internationally to Canada, Puerto Rico, Bermuda, Curacao, Trinidad, Tobago, Panama, Dominican Republic, and Colombia.

Parents and caregivers should not use affected bottles. Consumers can identify the recalled product by Batch No. 39799N200, Case No. 39799N200, and Product No. 6647634.

The recalled product

Product
Similac Stage 1 (Export Colombia) 2 fl oz reclose able plastic bottle Packaged as: 48 count case
Manufacturer
Abbott Laboratories
Category
Food — Infant Formula
Hazard
  • compromised-seal
  • spoilage

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)

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

Distribution

Distributed in 1 state:

  • DC

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