Similac Alimentum (Abbott) – bacterial contamination (2022)
Class I: A situation in which there is a reasonable probability that the use of, or exposure to, a violative product will cause serious adverse health consequences or death
Class I recall indicates potential for serious health consequences.
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Check Your Product
According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
Product
Abbott Similac Alimentum 400g. can. 6 cans per case. Item numbers: 5705806 Retail UPCs: 8699548994869
Brand
Abbott Laboratories
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Batches: 23379Z260 25660Z260 28036Z260 28135Z200
Products Sold
Batches: 23379Z260 25660Z260 28036Z260 28135Z200
Abbott Laboratories is recalling Abbott Similac Alimentum 400g. can. 6 cans per case. Item numbers: 5705806 Retail UPCs: 8 due to Consumer complaints related to Cronobacter sakazakii or Salmonella Newport in infants and evidence of Cronobacter sakazakii in the manufacturing facil. This is a Class I recall, indicating a high risk of serious health consequences. Based on FDA enforcement report.
Summary derived from FDA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by FDA
Consumer complaints related to Cronobacter sakazakii or Salmonella Newport in infants and evidence of Cronobacter sakazakii in the manufacturing facility where the product had been produced
Recommended Action
Per FDA guidance
Consumers should stop using the product and contact the recalling firm or return it to the place of purchase.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) directly.
View official FDA recall noticePage updated: Jan 6, 2026