Abbott issued another Similac baby formula recall as some ready-to-feed bottles are not sealed adequately, and can lead to illness.
Abbott’s previous recall triggered a massive baby formula shortage, as most parents of young babies will recall. The new Similar recall isn’t likely to cause similar issues. First and foremost, there is no bacterial contamination involved. Also, the manufacturer says the recall only equates to less than one day’s worth of the total number of ounces of infant formula used in the US.
Moreover, Abbott continues to manufacture Similac 2-fluid-ounce Ready-to-Feed formula bottles for hospitals and healthcare providers. They come from a different production line. The company also continues to produce alternative product sizes and formats.calculated that the recall might cover millions of bottles. That’s because between 2 and 3 million babies in the US need some amount of formula. On average, an infant will drink between four and six 8-ounce bottles of formula.
But the new Abbott Similac baby formula recall only covers smaller 2-ounce bottles. Therefore, the number of recalled bottles might be less than the estimate above.that it’s aware of the new Abbott recall, but it doesn’t expect another crisis. Abbott Similac baby formula recall: Location of lot number on a retail 12-count case of 2 fl. oz bottles. Image source:Parents and caregivers who rely on the 2-ounce Similac baby formula products should ensure their supply isn’t part of the new recall action. You’ll find all the identifiersAbbott notes the new baby formula recall will also impact other regions and countries in addition to the US. Among them are Puerto Rico, Barbados, Bermuda, Colombia, the Dominican Republic, Haiti, Jamaica, St.
Consumers should also read the full baby formula recall announcement, which contains contact information for Abbott’s regional offices. You’ll find the release
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