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FDA Warns Major Retailers Over Recalled Baby Formula

12/16/2025

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The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued warning letters to Walmart, Target, Kroger, and Albertsons over selling recalled ByHeart baby formula linked to a botulism outbreak.
The botulism outbreak sickened 51 infants across 19 states.
The FDA found recalled products on store shelves weeks after the initial recall despite notifications.
The investigation into the outbreak is ongoing.
Retailers have 15 working days to respond with corrective actions.

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Story summary

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued warning letters to Walmart, Target, Kroger, and Albertsons over selling recalled ByHeart baby formula linked to a botulism outbreak.
The botulism outbreak sickened 51 infants across 19 states.
The FDA found recalled products on store shelves weeks after the initial recall despite notifications.
The investigation into the outbreak is ongoing.
Retailers have 15 working days to respond with corrective actions.