Severity
Moderate
ModerateClass IITerminated
FDA Food recall · Reported October 16, 2019
Abbott Calcilo XD, Low-calcium Vitamin D-Free Infant formula with iron, powder in a 13.2 oz. can, with 6 cans per case.
Off color and odor. Compromised can seam due to product (powder) in the seam, this poor seal potentially allowed air into the container.
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Abbott Laboratories recalled Abbott Calcilo XD, Low-calcium Vitamin D-Free Infant formula with iron, powder in a 13.2 … - a moderate-severity action.
Abbott Calcilo XD, Low-calcium Vitamin D-Free Infant formula with iron, powder in a 13.2 … was recalled by Abbott Laboratories in October 16, 2019. Reason: Off color and odor. Compromised can seam due to product (powder) in the seam, this poor seal potentially allo…. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #F-0022-2020 with the FDA Food before acting.
The recall
Abbott Laboratories issued this moderate-severity FDA Food recall-Off color and odor. Compromised can seam due to product (powder) in the seam, this poor seal potentially allo….
- Moderate
- severity level
- Class II
- classification
- October 16, 2019
- reported
Sourced from official FDA Food enforcement records. Verify recall #F-0022-2020 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This FDA Food action (record #F-0022-2020) was formally reported on October 16, 2019, with the manufacturer initiating the action on September 13, 2019. It is classified under Moderate severity (Class II), with a current status of Terminated. Abbott Laboratories is listed as the recalling firm, operating out of Abbott Park, IL. Federal records list the affected scope as 2,922 cans.
The documented reason for this recall is: Off color and odor. Compromised can seam due to product (powder) in the seam, this poor seal potentially allowed air into the container. Distribution data in the federal record shows the product reached: Nationwide in the US. Canada and Malaysia.. Distribution scope directly affects the consumer exposure window and determines whether a recall remains regional or escalates into a nationwide advisory.
Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.
Children & Baby Products recalls over time
Where this recall sits in its category - 3,731 children & baby products recalls on record
Of 101,704 recalls in the database, 24,878 are high severity, 72,426 moderate, and 4,400 low. This recall is classified moderate severity.
Counts reflect market size and reporting activity, not inherent danger, we do not rank products by risk from raw recall volume.
Affected scope
2,922 cans
Related Recalls
6
0 from same agency
Product description
Abbott Calcilo XD, Low-calcium Vitamin D-Free Infant formula with iron, powder in a 13.2 oz. can, with 6 cans per case.
Reason for recall
Off color and odor. Compromised can seam due to product (powder) in the seam, this poor seal potentially allowed air into the container.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Food and Drug Administration |
| Severity class | Moderate (Class II) |
| Status | Terminated |
| Recall number | F-0022-2020 |
| Date reported | October 16, 2019 |
| Date initiated | September 13, 2019 |
| Recalling firm | Abbott Laboratories |
| Firm location | Abbott Park, IL |
| Affected scope | 2,922 cans |
| Distribution | Nationwide in the US. Canada and Malaysia. |
Profile values are sourced directly from the official FDA Food enforcement record. Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration.
What to do with this recall
Match your product against the recall record, then act on the agency remedy.
- Check the recall number (F-0022-2020) and product description against the item you own. Search the archive
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- Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next
This page summarizes the official FDA Food record for research and awareness; it is not legal, medical, or safety advice. Verify with the issuing agency before acting.
Frequently Asked Questions
What product was recalled? ▼
Abbott Calcilo XD, Low-calcium Vitamin D-Free Infant formula with iron, powder in a 13.2 oz. can, with 6 cans per case.. Recalled by Abbott Laboratories. Units affected: 2,922 cans.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
Off color and odor. Compromised can seam due to product (powder) in the seam, this poor seal potentially allowed air into the container.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the FDA Food on October 16, 2019. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: F-0022-2020.
Where was the recalled product distributed? ▼
Distribution: Nationwide in the US. Canada and Malaysia..
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall? ▼
Check the product description and recall number (F-0022-2020) against your product. Visit the official FDA Food website for the most current information. You can also use our Recall Checker tool to search by product name or brand.
What are the health risks of consuming a recalled food product? ▼
Recalled food products may contain contaminants, undeclared allergens, or harmful bacteria such as Salmonella, Listeria, or E. coli. Consuming these products can cause foodborne illness ranging from mild gastrointestinal symptoms to serious conditions requiring hospitalization. If you have consumed a recalled food product and experience symptoms, contact your healthcare provider and report to the FDA via MedWatch.
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