Mead Johnson Nutrition Recalls Nutramigen Powder Due to Contamination Concerns
Sourse: The DairyNews
Reckitt Benckiser Group's Mead Johnson Nutrition (MJN) is initiating a voluntary recall of specific batches of Nutramigen Powder in the US market. The recall is prompted by potential contamination with Cronobacter sakazakii bacteria, as reported by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) on Sunday.
Although extensive testing by MJN showed that the Nutramigen Powder tested negative for the bacteria, the recall is precautionary. The affected product, designed for the dietary management of Cows Milk Allergy (CMA) in 12.6- and 19.8-ounce cans, was manufactured in June 2023 and distributed primarily in June, July, and August of the same year.
The FDA emphasized that the limited availability of the remaining stock suggests that a significant portion, if not all, of the recalled products in the United States have likely been consumed. Fortunately, as of now, there have been no reports of illnesses or adverse events related to the recalled batches.
All recalled products bear the "Use By Date" of "1 Jan 2025," and customers are urged to dispose of these products if they belong to the affected batches. Reckitt assured consumers that no other US-distributed Nutramigen batches or other Reckitt products are impacted by this recall.
Cronobacter bacteria pose a serious risk, potentially causing severe, life-threatening infections or meningitis. The infection may also lead to bowel damage and could spread through the bloodstream to other parts of the body.
The FDA emphasized that the limited availability of the remaining stock suggests that a significant portion, if not all, of the recalled products in the United States have likely been consumed. Fortunately, as of now, there have been no reports of illnesses or adverse events related to the recalled batches.
All recalled products bear the "Use By Date" of "1 Jan 2025," and customers are urged to dispose of these products if they belong to the affected batches. Reckitt assured consumers that no other US-distributed Nutramigen batches or other Reckitt products are impacted by this recall.
Cronobacter bacteria pose a serious risk, potentially causing severe, life-threatening infections or meningitis. The infection may also lead to bowel damage and could spread through the bloodstream to other parts of the body.
