The company Reckitt/Mead Johnson Nutrition has voluntarily recalled certain types of Enfamil baby formula over fears of possible contamination, according to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
In particular, the company has recalled its Nutramigen Powder infant formula in 12.6oz and 19.8oz cans produced in June and distributed throughout the summer.
The formula — designed for babies allergic to lactose — is feared to contain cronobacter bacteria, which the FDA says can cause life-threatening infections like sepsis and meningitis.
The FDA says it is believed most recalled products have been consumed. There have been no reports of “illnesses or adverse events” as of 31 December, the FDA said.
The concerns began when the Israeli Health Ministry notified the FDA on 14 December that the product had “initially tested positive for Cronobacter species,” according to a constituent update from the FDA.
The initial test did not provide enough information to warrant action, so the Israeli government began further testing to see if the sample was positive for cronobacter sakazakii, the bacterium that can cause serious illness.
On 28 December, the Israeli tests indicated the samples were positive for cronobacter sakazakii — as a result, the company agreed to a voluntary recall the next day.
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