Nationwide Nara Organics infant formula recall after botulism cases

Parents who bought Nara Organics powdered infant formula should check it now. Federal health officials linked the product to three infant botulism illnesses in California, Pennsylvania and Washington, and the company recalled all lots of the formula.

The recall applies to Nara Organics Whole Milk Organic Powdered Infant Formula, which federal officials said was sold nationwide through Target stores, Target.com and Nara.com. This is a recall of a specific product, not every infant formula on the market.

The FDA and CDC said the investigation is still underway. Parents are being told to stop using the recalled formula, check the can for lot numbers and use-by dates, and follow the company’s recall instructions.

What parents should watch for

Infant botulism can be serious. Early warning signs can include constipation, poor feeding, loss of head control, difficulty swallowing, drooping eyelids, weak crying or weak muscle tone. If a baby shows any of those symptoms, contact a pediatrician or seek urgent medical care right away.

Federal officials have not said the investigation is finished, so more guidance may follow. For families who bought this formula, the safest step is simple: stop using it, check the package details and act on the recall before feeding it to an infant.

Sources

• FDA recall notice for Nara Organics infant formula
• CDC outbreak page on infant botulism linked to infant formula