Update: Abbott recalls two infant formula powders because of the possible presence of Salmonella and Cronobacter sakazakii

Products affected

Elecare Similac

• Pack size: 400g
• Batch code 28130Z20 · Best before October 2022

Elecare Similac

• Pack size: 400g
• Batch code 29266Z20 · Best before December 2022

Alimentum Similac

• Pack size: 400g
• Batch code 27937Z26 · Best before March 2023

Alimentum Similac

• Pack size: 400g
• Batch code 28123Z26 · Best before April 2023

Alimentum Similac

• Pack size: 400g
• Batch code 29210Z20 · Best before May 2023

Alimentum Similac

• Pack size: 400g
• Batch code 29280Z26 · Best before May 2023

Alimentum Similac

• Pack size: 400g
• Batch code 30283Z26 · Best before June 2023

Alimentum Similac

• Pack size: 400g
• Batch code 30281Z26 · Best before June 2023

Alimentum Similac

• Pack size: 400g
• Batch code 31410Z20 · Best before July 2023

Alimentum Similac

• Pack size: 400g
• Batch code 31411Z20 · Best before July 2023

Alimentum Similac

• Pack size: 400g
• Batch code 33688Z20 · Best before September 2023

Alimentum Similac

• Pack size: 400g
• Batch code 32431Z20 · Best before October 2023

Elecare Similac

• Pack size: 400g
• Batch code 30374Z20 · Best before December 2022

Alimentum Similac

• Pack size: 400g
• Batch code 34929Z20 · Best before October 2023

Alimentum Similac

• Pack size: 400g
• Batch code 35030Z20 · Best before November 2023

Elecare Similac

• Pack size: 400g
• Batch code 32422Z21 · Best before February 2023

Alimentum Similac

• Pack size: 400g
• Batch code 22333Z26 · Best before October 2022

Alimentum Similac

• Pack size: 400g
• Batch code 23443Z26 · Best before November 2022

Alimentum Similac

• Pack size: 400g
• Batch code 25550Z26 · Best before January 2023

Alimentum Similac

• Pack size: 400g
• Batch code 25564Z26 · Best before January 2023

Alimentum Similac

• Pack size: 400g
• Batch code 26867Z26 · Best before February 2023

Alimentum Similac

• Pack size: 400g
• Batch code 27936Z26 · Best before March 2023

Risk

The potential presence of Salmonella and Cronobacter sakazakii in the products listed above.
Symptoms caused by Salmonella and Cronobacter sakazakii usually include fever, diarrhoea and abdominal cramps, although in severe cases may lead to sepsis or meningitis which include symptoms in infants including poor feeding, irritability, temperature changes, jaundice (yellow skin and whites of the eyes) and abnormal breaths and movements.

Action taken by the company

Abbott is recalling the above products and have contacted all stores and pharmacies that are supplying these products.

What you should do

If you have purchased or been prescribed any of the above product batches, do not feed it to your baby and return to the place of purchase. If you have additional questions, please contact Abbott on 01795 580303. If you have any concerns about the health of your baby, please seek medical advice.

More information

Abbott has taken the precautionary step of recalling various batches of Elecare Similac and Alimentum Similac infant formula powders because of the possible presence of Salmonella and Cronobacter sakazakii. Both products are foods used for special medical purposes for infants, ordinarily to be used under medical supervision. This PRIN is an update to include the possible presence of an additional pathogen and amended date and batch codes.

Can I get a refund?

In most cases, yes – recalled items can usually be returned for a full refund, repair or replacement, often without a receipt. Follow the instructions in the notice above, or contact the shop you bought it from. More on your rights after a recall.

Updated 22 February 2022. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.