Enfamil Formula Recall – Details For Minnesota + Wisconsin Parents

Here's something parents of infants and young children will want to know: Reckitt has issued a voluntary recall for select batches of its Enfamil ProSobee baby formula. The recall affects two batches that were distributed nationwide including stores in Minnesota and Wisconsin.

According to details shared by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, the concern is the "possibility of cross-contamination with Cronobacter sakazakii"; that bacteria can have "severe, life threatening infections (sepsis) or meningitis (an inflammation of the membranes that protect the brain and spine)".

At this point, there have been no known reported illnesses or adverse events occurring in association with the recalled Enfamil ProSobee baby formula. The recall has been issued under a means of caution. It's worth noting that the FDA has shared that all of the products involved with the recall have been put through "extensive testing and tested negative for the bacteria".

The specific baby formula was sold under the product name "Enfamil ProSobee Simply Plant-Based Infant Formula" in 12.9 ounce containers. It was manufactured between August 2022 and September 2022. And, once again, it was distributed nationwide.

Consumers looking to identify the recalled product should look for the batch number that's located on the bottom of the can. Recalled product batches are "ZL2HZF" and "ZL2HZZ".  Both batches bear the UPC Code "300871214415" and have a USe By Date of "1 MAR 2024".

Here are some photos provided by the U.S. FDA that can help you identify the markings you're looking for:

Front of Container

Rear of Container

Bottom of Container - with Lot Code

Reckitt, the manufacturer of the Enfamil formula being recalled, pledged their efforts to quality control in a statement from the company:

"The health and safety of infants is our highest priority.  All of our products undergo rigorous and industry leading quality tests and checks to ensure that they meet or exceed all standards set by regulatory bodies, including the World Health Organization and the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. It is for this reason that we have the highest level of confidence in the safety and quality of every infant formula we make."

Customers who believe that they have the recalled Enfamil baby formula should immediately dispose of the product. It can also be returned to the  point of purchase for a full refund. Questions should be directed at their customer hotline:  1-800-479-0551.