Recall Notice: Nara Organics Issues Voluntary Recall of Powdered Infant Formula Due to Potential Health Risk

HARTFORD - The Department of Consumer Protection (DCP) is warning the public that Nara Organics of New York is recalling all lots of Powdered Infant Formula due to a potential risk of Clostridium botulinum contamination.

Infant botulism presents a serious threat to infants and can be potentially fatal. To date, there have been three cases of infant botulism who had consumed Nara Organics formula. The three infants have been hospitalized and treated. There have been no reported deaths.

The affected product is:

• Nara Organics Whole Milk Infant Formula, 700g, with UPC 860013251901

• Nara Organics Whole Milk Infant Formula, 400g, with UPC: 860013251918

All lots of the affected product are part of the voluntary recall. Lot numbers can be found on the bottom of each can. To view the complete list of the lot numbers and recall details, consumers can visit the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) website.

The products were distributed nationwide through Target, online and in-store, and the company's official website.

Caregivers who have the recalled formula should stop using the product immediately. If your infant has recently consumed the formula and starts developing symptoms of infant botulism such as respiratory difficulty, poor feeding, and/or altered cry, seek immediate medical attention.

Refund Details

• If you have purchased from the Nara Organics website between May and June 2026, you will receive an automatic refund for your purchase.

• Consumers who have unused formula prior to May 2026 may submit a photo of the can and its use-by date to the company's website.

• Those who purchased the recalled formula from Target may return the product to their local store or follow the online return instructions.
  
  

For more information about the recall and refund policy, consumers may visit the Nara Organics website or email [email protected]

Consumers who have additional questions about the recall may call DCP's Food and Standards Division at 860-713-6160 or send an email to [email protected].

Kaitlyn Krasselt
[email protected]
(860) 713-6019 (office)
(860) 377-0246 (cell)