Baby Formula Under Nationwide Recall Over Botulism Concerns
A new baby formula recall was issued over the weekend. Here's what you need to know.
We live in a world where it seems like there's a new recall practically every day. Whether it be a recall on vehicles, home appliances, food, or drinks, there are a lot of them. However, it's not every day that a recall comes along that I'm nervous about when I first see it. As the proud father of a two-month-old, I know the stresses of formula. First off, it's very expensive. Secondly, if you have a child who is sensitive to certain types of formula, you are limited to what you can actually get them. That's why seeing a recall on baby formula can be a little scary. So, let's get into this specific recall.
Nara Organics Baby Formula Recall
According to a notice posted over the weekend from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, Nara Organics issued the recall after an outbreak of infant botulism across several states. Those who aren't familiar with infant botulism, the Cleveland Clinic says:
Infant botulism is a rare, life-threatening condition that can cause a slow form of paralysis in infants. This form of botulism affects babies under 1 year old.
It starts with subtle signs like constipation or weak crying, but it can lead to muscle weakness and trouble breathing. While it can be life-threatening, they say that early treatment is key, and most babies make a full recovery. Still, when it comes to our babies, nothing is more important than their health and safety.
Where Was the Recalled Baby Formula Sold?
Nara Organics Powdered Infant Formula was distributed nationally across Target retail stores, Target.com, and Nara.com between July 2025 and June 2026, according to the notice from the FDA.
All lots currently on the market are included in this voluntary recall, and the specific codes are as follows. The lot code can be found on the bottom of each can. In addition to the codes that infants were exposed to, the other codes are:
- 408125075E14F2
- 708125076E14F2
- 708125083E14F2
- 408125139E14F2
- 708125141E14F2
- 708125145E14F2
- 709125273E14F2
- 409125307E14F2
- 70926019ENNB
- 70926029ENNB
- 70926035ENNB
- 70926039ENNB
- 70926042ENNB
At the time of this writing, three babies have fallen ill with infant botulism, one each in California, Pennsylvania, and Washington, the FDA said. So far, the formula has not tested positive for C. botulinum, the agency said. However, Nara decided to recall all its products currently on the market voluntarily.
According to the notice, customers should stop using the recalled products immediately. Nara Organics will issue refunds to all consumers who purchased formula from their website in May and June 2026. Other customers with unused product may request a refund by taking a photo of the bottom of each can and completing a refund form.