Elecare, Similac And Alimentum Infant Formula Products
Abbott is recalling certain batches of EleCare, Similac, and Alimentum infant formula products made at its Sturgis plant due to potential contamination with Cronobacter and Salmonella bacteria. The affected products were distributed nationwide in Australia through pharmacies, hospitals, and direct mail order, and can be identified by specific codes (22-37 as first two digits, containing K8, SH, or Z2) and expiration dates of April 1, 2022 or later on the package bottom. This is a Class I recall, which indicates a serious health risk.
- Product
- Abbott Australasia Pty Ltd and Abbott US are conducting a precautionary recall of some EleCare, Similac and Alimentum infant formula products manufactured in Abbott's Sturgis plant in the United States. The products are available nationally through prescription at pharmacies, hospitals and via direct mail order. The recalled products can be identified by the 7 to 9 digit code and expiration date on the bottom of the package (see images). Products are included in the recall if they have all three items below: the first two digits of the Code are 22 through 37 and the Code on the container...
- Reason
- The recall is due to potential microbial contamination (Cronobacter and Salmonella).
- Classification
- Class I
- Category
- food recall
- Country
- Australia
- Agency
- Food Standards Australia New Zealand
- Recall date
- 2022-02-21
- Status
- Ongoing
- Distribution
- Australia-wide
Official recall notice from Food Standards Australia New Zealand
Recall details on Nibble Recalls: https://trynibble.app/recalls/59e9c517-91d2-4579-b218-fb858c062622