Reckitt/Mead Johnson Nutrition (MJN) on Sunday recalled some of its Nutramigen hypoallergenic infant formula, a product marketed to infants with milk allergies.
This recall affects 12.6-ounce and 19.8-ounce cans of Nutramigen powder sold in the United States.
In a statement, MJN said the recall was due to “possible contamination with Cronobacter sakazakii.”
The recall was triggered by samples from outside the United States, and the company said, “All affected products underwent extensive testing by MJN and returned negative bacterial tests.”
The recalled products were manufactured in June and distributed from June to August.
“Given the limited remaining stock of this special infant formula, we believe that much, if not all, of the recalled product in the United States has been consumed. There have been no reports of adverse events,” the company's announcement said.
MJN Posted product batch code The affected cans have a “use by” date of January 1, 2025.
According to the announcement, MJN will provide full refunds to consumers who purchased the recalled cans.
by Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), Cronobacter sakazakii can contaminate infant formula in processing centers and at home.
The CDC recommends breastfeeding, disinfecting bottles and other nursing supplies, washing hands and surfaces, and properly storing formula to avoid contamination.
Babies under 2 months old, premature babies, and babies with weakened immune systems are most vulnerable to the bacteria, which can cause meningitis.
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