FDA recalls thousands of baby formula cans; are your supplies safe?
At a Glance
- Perrigo Company issued a voluntary recall for its store brand Premium Infant Formula due to excessive levels of vitamin D
- 16,500 cans of the formula are affected
- The recall involves formula shipped to H-E-B and CVS stores in 12 states
- No immediate reports of adverse reactions have been reported
16,500 Cans of Baby Formula Recalled for Elevated Vitamin D
The FDA has announced a recall of 16,500 cans of baby formula distributed by Perrigo Company due to excessive levels of vitamin D. This recall affects stores across 12 states, including New Jersey, Texas, Florida, California, South Carolina, Virginia, Indiana, Tennessee, Michigan, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, and Missouri. The elevated vitamin D levels pose potential health risks if consumed in excess over time. Parents and caregivers need to be vigilant to protect their infants.
Lot codes T11LMXC with a use-by date of Nov. 11, 2025, and T09LMXC with a use-by date of Nov. 9, 2025, are specifically affected. Perrigo has notified retailers H-E-B and CVS to remove the affected products from shelves and warehouses. Although excessive vitamin D levels are unlikely to cause health issues for most infants, the FDA warns that some may experience complications.
Baby Formula Recall: Excessive Vitamin D in Popular Brand — The FDA recalls over 16,500 cans of baby formula sold in 12 states due to excessive vitamin D levels.https://t.co/U3gaNS7VfN
— BizToc (@biztoc) August 11, 2024
Parents and Caregivers Urged to Check Supplies
Consumers are advised to check their baby formula supplies for the affected lot codes and use-by dates. The excessive vitamin D levels were found through routine testing, highlighting the importance of vigilance in infant nutrition. According to the Mayo Clinic, infants need 400 IU of vitamin D daily to support bone development, and overconsumption could lead to symptoms like nausea, vomiting, and kidney problems.
There have been no immediate reports of adverse reactions, but the FDA encourages contacting the MedWatch program and healthcare providers if symptoms occur. For further inquiries, Perrigo Consumer Affairs can be contacted at 1-800-538-9543. This proactive recall underscores the importance of ensuring safe and nutritious feeding for infants, especially in light of last year’s nationwide baby formula shortage and previous contamination concerns.
🚨Recall Alert🚨Perrigo is recalling three lots within one batch, or 16,500 cans, of store brand Premium Infant Formula with Iron Milk-Based Powder due to levels of Vitamin D above the maximum level permitted. Learn more here: https://t.co/QMwD2meNyI
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— Prince William Health District (@PrinceWilliamHD) August 14, 2024
No Other Lot Codes Impacted
This recall involves three lots within one batch, and no other lot codes are impacted. Parents and caregivers should remain cautious and regularly check expiration dates and lot codes to prevent potential health risks. As the FDA emphasizes the significance of routine testing, it’s clear that ensuring infant safety requires constant vigilance.
In a world rife with government overreach and bureaucratic inefficiencies, it’s reassuring to know that at least the FDA is taking steps to protect our littlest citizens from potential health hazards. However, it’s frustrating that these issues arise in the first place, often due to poor oversight or management. Parents deserve better, and this recall serves as a stark reminder of the need for better accountability in the food industry.
