LOS ANGELES (CNS) – Los Angeles County health officials Tuesday warned parents and caregivers not to feed Nara Organics Whole Milk Organic Infant Formula to their children because of a multistate infant botulism outbreak linked to the product.
The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health said there are currently no confirmed cases in Los Angeles County, but officials are monitoring the situation as state and federal agencies investigate suspected and confirmed cases in California, Pennsylvania and Washington.
According to health officials, three suspected or confirmed cases of infant botulism have been linked to Nara Organics Whole Milk Organic Powdered Infant Formula. All three infants reportedly consumed the product.
All lots of the formula have been voluntarily recalled. Officials urged parents and caregivers to stop using the product immediately and either discard it or return it to the place of purchase. Consumers were advised to record the lot number if possible.
The recalled formula was sold nationwide through Target stores, Target.com and Nara.com between July 2025 and June 2026.
“The health of all babies is our first priority, and for that reason, we’re issuing a voluntary recall for all cans of Nara Organics infant formula currently available in the U.S.,” the company said in a statement. “Stop using all Nara Organics infant formula immediately. We are heartbroken for the concern and stress this may cause your family.”
Public Health officials said parents should seek immediate medical care if an infant develops symptoms including constipation, difficulty feeding, sucking or swallowing, a weak cry, diminished facial expression, poor head control, muscle weakness or breathing problems.
Infant botulism is a rare but serious illness that occurs when Clostridium botulinum spores colonize an infant’s intestines and produce a toxin that can cause progressive muscle weakness and respiratory failure if left untreated.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, U.S. Food and Drug Administration and California Department of Public Health are investigating the outbreak. Testing of leftover formula collected in two states is underway.
Health officials also advised parents and caregivers to wash any items or surfaces that may have come into contact with the recalled formula using hot, soapy water or a dishwasher.
Parents seeking additional information may contact the Los Angeles County Public Health InfoLine at 833-540-0473.
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