If your baby has fed from a recalled formula and seems unwell, call your pediatrician right away. Signs of infant botulism can include constipation, poor feeding, a weak cry, drooping eyelids, reduced facial expression and loss of head control. If your baby has trouble breathing, call 911.
At a glance
- Active: all ByHeart Whole Nutrition Infant Formula (November 2025, infant botulism).
- Active: all Nara Organics Whole Milk Organic Powdered Infant Formula (June 2026, infant botulism).
- Completed: three batches of a2 Platinum Premium USA-label infant formula (May 2026, cereulide toxin).
- Always confirm with the FDA recall database, which is updated before any third-party site.
Active U.S. infant formula recalls
ByHeart Whole Nutrition Infant Formula: all products
| Detail | What to know |
|---|---|
| Products | All ByHeart Whole Nutrition Infant Formula cans and single-serve “Anywhere Pack” sticks, all lots |
| Reason | Linked to a multistate outbreak of infant botulism |
| Recall date | November 2025 (expanded from two lots to all products) |
| Status | FDA investigation ongoing; the FDA advises families not to use any ByHeart formula |
ByHeart first recalled two lots after the FDA announced an investigation, then expanded the recall to every product. The FDA has said it cannot rule out that contamination affected all ByHeart products. Granola Baby has removed ByHeart from sale and from our rankings.
Read the FDA’s ByHeart outbreak investigation
Nara Organics Whole Milk Organic Powdered Infant Formula: all lots
| Detail | What to know |
|---|---|
| Products | All lots of Nara Organics Whole Milk Organic Powdered Infant Formula |
| Where it was sold | Target stores, Target.com and Nara.com, July 2025 to June 2026 |
| Reason | Infant botulism cases among babies who consumed the formula |
| Recall date | June 13, 2026 |
| Status | The FDA advises families not to use this formula; the investigation is ongoing |
The FDA contacted Nara Organics in June 2026 about infant botulism cases and recommended a recall, and the company recalled all of its formula the next day. Its most recent update (August 2026) reports four confirmed cases. This is the second premium whole milk formula linked to infant botulism in under a year.
Read the FDA’s Nara Organics outbreak investigation
Recently completed recalls
a2 Platinum Premium USA-label infant formula (three batches)
In May 2026, the a2 Milk Company recalled three batches of its imported a2 Platinum Premium infant formula (0–12 months, 31.7 oz tins) because of cereulide, a toxin produced by some strains of Bacillus cereus that isn’t destroyed by hot water. The FDA has since marked this recall complete. If you still have a tin, check the batch number against the FDA notice.
What to do if your formula is recalled
- Stop using it right away. Don’t feed any more of the recalled product, even if your baby seems fine.
- Don’t throw it out yet. In the botulism investigations, the FDA has asked families to hold on to leftover formula for a period, because health departments may want to test it if a baby becomes ill. Write down the lot number and use-by date, take a photo, and store the container away from other food.
- Call your pediatrician if your baby has any symptoms, and tell them which formula your baby had and when.
- Switch to a different formula. Most healthy, full-term babies can move to another standard formula of the same type. Ask your pediatrician if your baby is on a specialty formula.
- Ask for a refund. Contact the brand or the retailer where you bought it.
Infant botulism symptoms to watch for
Symptoms can take days to weeks to appear after exposure. Call your pediatrician if you notice:
- Constipation, often the first sign
- Poor feeding or weak sucking
- A weak or altered cry
- Drooping eyelids or less facial expression
- A “floppy” feeling, or loss of head control
- Trouble swallowing or breathing (call 911)
How to check a lot code
The lot (batch) code and use-by date are usually printed on the bottom of the can or on the side of a carton or stick pack. Compare both against the FDA notice. Recalls often affect specific lots only, but both ByHeart and Nara Organics recalled all of their products.
How to switch formulas safely
- Choose a formula of the same type (for example, standard cow milk to standard cow milk).
- Most babies can switch straight over. Some do better mixing old and new over a few days, but don’t mix a recalled formula.
- Prepare every bottle exactly as the new label says. See our formula prep guide.
- Need ideas? See our best baby formulas of 2026 or our guide to switching formulas.
How we track recalls
We check the FDA’s recall and outbreak notices at least monthly and immediately when an infant formula recall is announced. Any formula under an active recall is removed from our rankings. This page lists U.S. recalls; families outside the U.S. should check their national food safety agency.
Frequently asked questions
Is there a baby formula recall right now?
Yes. As of November 5, 2026, all ByHeart Whole Nutrition Infant Formula and all Nara Organics Whole Milk Organic Powdered Infant Formula are under recall in the U.S. because of infant botulism outbreaks. Always confirm on the FDA’s recall site.
Is LittleOak formula recalled?
No. As of November 5, 2026, there is no FDA recall for LittleOak formula. We check this page at least monthly.
What should I do with recalled formula?
Stop using it, note the lot number and use-by date, and keep the container stored safely for a while in case health officials want to test it. Then ask the brand or retailer for a refund.
Can I get infant botulism from formula?
It’s very rare. The FDA has said the ByHeart outbreak was the first infant botulism outbreak definitively linked to infant formula. Call your pediatrician if your baby shows symptoms.
Where can I sign up for FDA recall alerts?
The FDA offers free email alerts for food recalls on its website.
