What to do if you have recalled Nara Organics infant formula at home

If you have Nara Organics Whole Milk Organic Powdered Infant Formula at home, stop using it right away. Federal health officials say all lots currently on the market are included in a June 13, 2026 recall while the FDA and CDC investigate a multistate infant botulism outbreak.

So far, officials are investigating three illnesses in infants in California, Pennsylvania, and Washington. All three babies were hospitalized. The formula was sold nationwide at Target stores, Target.com, and Nara.com. FDA says this brand makes up less than 1% of infant formula sold in the United States, so shortages are not expected.

Which formula is included?

The recall covers Nara Organics Whole Milk Organic Powdered Infant Formula in 400-gram and 700-gram cans. All lots currently on the market are included, so parents should not try to sort safe cans from unsafe ones.

What to do with unopened and opened cans

Unopened cans: Throw them away or return them, following the recall instructions from the seller or the company. If you want a refund, keep your receipt, order confirmation, or a photo of the bottom of the can if you have it.

Opened cans: Take a picture of the lot number and use-by date before you throw anything away. CDC says parents may also consider keeping an opened can for up to a month, labeled “DO NOT USE” and stored away from other feeding items, in case a state health department wants to test it if a baby later develops symptoms. If no symptoms appear after a month, throw the leftover formula away.

Clean up: Wash bottles, scoops, and any surfaces that may have touched the recalled formula with hot soapy water or in a dishwasher.

Symptoms parents should watch for

Infant botulism can start slowly, and symptoms can take days or even several weeks to appear after exposure. Constipation is often an early sign. Other warning signs include poor feeding, weak sucking, trouble swallowing, loss of head control, droopy eyelids, a weak or unusual cry, less facial movement, floppy arms or legs, and breathing trouble.

If your baby used the recalled formula and has any of these symptoms, seek immediate medical care. Botulism is rare, but it can become life-threatening because it can affect breathing.

If you need another formula

Many families can switch to a similar formula from another brand, including store brands, but the American Academy of Pediatrics says it is a good idea to check with your pediatrician if you are unsure. Mixing instructions can differ between brands, so read the label carefully before preparing bottles.

If you receive WIC benefits, you should generally be able to get a similar replacement formula. If you have trouble, contact your WIC office for help.

What is still unknown

FDA says the investigation is still in its early stages, and testing by FDA and state partners is still underway. That means parents should not assume contamination has been lab-confirmed in every recalled can. In the company announcement posted by FDA, Nara said its formula had not tested positive for C. botulinum to date, even as it recalled all product currently on the market.

For the latest updates, check the FDA recall notice and the FDA and CDC outbreak pages. If your baby seems ill after using the recalled formula, contact a healthcare professional right away.

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