Similac Pro-: Water-filled bottles may be unsafe for infants

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Recalling firmAbbott Nutrition, Division of Abbott Laboratories585 Cleveland Ave, N/A · Columbus, OH 43215-1755

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What happened, in plain English

Abbott Nutrition is recalling Similac Pro-Advance infant formula bottles that were filled with water instead of formula. These bottles were not intended for distribution and could lead to improper feeding if used.

Why it’s dangerous

The bottles were filled with water instead of formula and were not intended for distribution. Using these bottles for formula could lead to improper feeding, which may cause health issues for infants.

Who’s affected

Parents or caregivers of infants who purchased Similac Pro-Advance bottles labeled as water-filled. Infants are at risk if these bottles are used for formula feeding.

How to tell if you have this one

Check for bottles labeled as Similac Pro-Advance with water instead of formula. These bottles have batch numbers BW3520316 or BW0970914 and were not sold with expiration dates.

Brand
Abbott Nutrition
Category
Food

Based on the official FDA remedy

What to do — step by step

Check Bottle Contents
Ensure the bottle contains formula, not water, before use.

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Questions people ask

Why were these bottles recalled?

These bottles were filled with water instead of formula and were not intended for distribution.

What batch numbers are affected?

Batch numbers BW3520316 (List Number 64248) and BW0970914 (List Number 66611).

Are these bottles safe to use?

No, these bottles were not intended for distribution and could lead to improper feeding if used.

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Subject: Recall F-1021-2020 — Abbott Nutrition Abbott Nutrition

Hello,

I own a Abbott Nutrition that is covered by recall F-1021-2020 from Abbott Nutrition.

I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this?

Thank you.

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Official source: FDA Recall #F-1021-2020 (June 11, 2020) — FDA publishes no per-recall page; this is the official machine-readable enforcement record. Search FDA recalls for F-1021-2020 to see it in context.
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