A Message for Gerber® Good Start® SootheProTM Parents & Caregivers
On March 17, 2023, Perrigo Company plc issued a voluntary recall of certain lots of Gerber® Good Start® SoothePro™ Powdered Infant Formula in the U.S. The product is being recalled out of an abundance of caution due to potential presence of Cronobacter sakazakii.
After thorough review, we have confirmed that the SoothePro samples shared with our health care provider partners are not impacted by Perrigo’s recall.
For questions about Perrigo's recall of limited quantities of Gerber Good Start infant formula, the Gerber Parents Resource Center is available 24/7 at 1-800-777-7690.
FAQs
Perrigo has issued a voluntary recall of certain lots of Gerber Good Start® SoothePro™ powdered infant formula. Parents and caregivers who purchased the product after March 5, 2023, should look for the following Lot Codes and Use By dates, which can be found on the bottom of the package. No other lot codes are impacted by this recall. Any consumers who purchased product with matching codes should discontinue use and dispose of the product. Consumers who purchased product with codes matching those recalled should discontinue use and call Gerber Parents Resource Center on behalf of Perrigo at 1-800-777-7690, in order to receive a refund. You will be asked to provide proof of purchase in the format of a photograph that captures the batch codes on the bottom of all impacted cans in your possession in one image.
- 300357651Z – USE BY 04JUL2024
- 300457651Z – USE BY 05JUL2024
- 300557651Z – USE BY 06JUL2024
- 300557652Z – USE BY 06JUL2024
- 300757651Z – USE BY 08JUL2024
- 300857651Z – USE BY 09JUL2024
- 301057651Z – USE BY 11JUL2024
- 301057652Z – USE BY 11JUL2024
- 301157651Z – USE BY 12JUL2024
- 301357652Z – USE BY 14JUL2024
- 301457652Z – USE BY 15JUL2024
- 301557651Z – USE BY 16JUL2024
- 301557652Z – USE BY 16JUL2024I
Consumers can request refunds for impacted products and get more information about Gerber® Good Start® by contacting the Gerber Parents Resource Center. We’re available 24/7 on behalf of Perrigo at 1-800-777-7690.
The product is being recalled out of an abundance of caution due to potential presence of Cronobacter sakazakii. No distributed product has tested positive for the presence of this bacteria, no adverse events have been reported and no other products manufactured at this facility or any of Perrigo’s or Gerber’s other facilities are affected by this recall.
Cronobacter sakazakii is a bacterium commonly found in the environment.
We understand your concern and are here to support you. We recommend contacting your child’s healthcare provider with any health-related questions. For product-related questions, the Gerber Parents Resource Center is available 24/7 at 1-800-777-7690.
Gerber baby food is not impacted by this recall. Our baby food products are manufactured in a completely separate location from Gerber® Good Start® formula. This product recall only impacts certain batches of Gerber® Good Start® SoothePro™ powdered formula.
Your little one's health and nutrition are our top priority. All Gerber products are continuously and rigorously tested to help ensure both safety and quality, and our safety and quality standards are industry-leading and among the strictest in not just the U.S., but the world. If you have additional questions or concerns, we’re here for you 24/7 at 1-800-777-7690.
In 2022, Gerber's Good Start® line of formulas transitioned to Perrigo. Gerber continues to develop and supply baby and toddler foods including purees, meals and snacks.