Overview
- The voluntary recall covers Whole Nutrition Infant Formula cans coded 206VABP/251261P2 and 206VABP/251131P2 with a use-by date of December 1, 2026.
- Thirteen infants have been hospitalized across 10 states after consuming formula from the two lots, and no deaths have been reported.
- FDA and CDC report that company and agency tests so far have not detected botulinum spores or toxin, and no other ByHeart products are implicated.
- Caregivers are urged to stop using the recalled cans, record the lot number before disposal or return, clean feeding items with hot soapy water or a dishwasher, and seek immediate medical care if symptoms appear.
- ByHeart says it is acting out of caution and will replace affected cans at no cost, and the brand represents about 1% of U.S. formula sales.