Infant Formula (Similac) – labeling issue (2015)
Class II: A situation in which use of, or exposure to, a violative product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences or where the probability of serious adverse health consequences is remote
Class II recall indicates potential for temporary health effects.
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Check Your Product
According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
Product
Similac¿ Advance Complete Nutrition Infant Formula with Iron, 1.45lb plastic container.
Brand
Abbott Laboratories
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Lot 36499SH05 Expiration Date January 1 2016 Lot 36691SH05 Expiration Date January 1 2016
Products Sold
Lot 36499SH05 Expiration Date January 1 2016 Lot 36691SH05 Expiration Date January 1 2016
Abbott Laboratories is recalling Similac¿ Advance Complete Nutrition Infant Formula with Iron, 1.45lb plastic container. due to The firm received three consumer calls of product with Chinese labeling. After an internal investigation, the firm discovered that product manufactur. 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
The firm received three consumer calls of product with Chinese labeling. After an internal investigation, the firm discovered that product manufactured for export to China was distributed to three states in the US. All labeling is in Chinese.
Recommended Action
Per FDA guidance
Consumers should stop using the product and contact the recalling firm or return it to the place of purchase.
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For complete details and official instructions, check the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) directly.
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