First a shortage, now a recall? Just what is going on with the baby formula manufacturers in America?
Reckitt, the British multinational consumer goods company, said Monday that it is recalling two batches of Enfamil ProSobee Simply Plant-Based Infant Formula due of possible cross-contamination with Cronobacter sakazakii bacteria.
According to the company, two batches (roughly 145,000 cans) of ProSobee 12.9 oz. Simply Plant-Based Infant Formula were recalled out of “an abundance of caution,” and “all product distributed went through extensive testing and tested negative for the bacteria.”
Cronobacter sakazakii is a rare but potentially deadly bacterium that can cause serious infections in infants, particularly those born prematurely or with weakened immune systems. The bacterium can also contaminate other food products and cause illness in adults.
Baby formula maker, Abbott, is currently under investigation after shutting down one of its plants in Michigan for months. The company is facing a criminal investigation by the Department of Justice for its formula manufacturing conduct, stemming from its voluntary recall of baby formula last year that assisted in triggering that baby formula shortage.
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration received reports of four Cronobacter illnesses and two deaths in three states last year.
Reckitt has assured consumers that it is working closely with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to investigate the matter and prevent any further contamination. They are also urging consumers to stop using the formula and return it to the place of purchase for a full refund.
Anyone who has a can of formula that is under recall should dispose of it or return it to the place of purchase for a refund. If you have further questions, contact Reckitt at 1-800-479-0551 or by email at consumer.relations@rb.com.
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