President’s Choice Lower Iron Powdered Infant Formula is being recalled in Canada for Cronobacter. This product was sold nationally at the retail level. No illnesses have been reported to date in connection with this issue.
The recalled product is President’s Choice Lower Iron milk based powdered infant formula, sold in 900 gram containers. The UPC number on the product is 0 60383 69839 3, and the codes are EXP 2021 AU 29.
This recall was triggered by Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) test results. A food safety investigation is being conducted, which may lead to the recall of more products.
Cronobacter does not change the taste, smell, texture or appearance of food. This bacteria is not usually linked to human illnesses, but it can case fatal infections. It is associated with severe intestinal infection called necrotizing enterocolitis, and blood poisoning, or sepsis, especially in newborns.
If you have this product in your home, do not give it to your infant. Throw it away in a sealed package into a secure garbage can with a tight fitting lid so other people and animals can’t access it. You can also take it back to the store where you bought it for a full refund.
The CFIA is making sure that industry is removing this product from the marketplace.
