ByHeart Infant Formula recall in Canada: Botulism risk
In plain language
This recall involves ByHeart Whole Nutrition Infant Formula sold in Canada. It's being recalled because it may be contaminated with Clostridium botulinum, which can cause severe illness. Stop using the product and follow the return steps in the official notice.
What to do
- If you think you became sick from consuming an affected product, contact your healthcare providerCheck to see if you have affected productsDo not consume, serve, use, sell, or distribute affected productsFood contaminated with Clostridium botulinum toxin may not look or smell spoiled but can still make you sick. Symptoms in adults can include facial paralysis or loss of facial expression, unreactive or fixed pupils, difficulty swallowing, drooping eyelids, blurred or double vision, difficulty speaking, including slurred speech, and a change in sound of voice, including hoarseness. Symptoms of foodborne botulism in children can include difficulty swallowing, slurred speech, generalized weakness and paralysis. In all cases, botulism does not cause a fever. In severe cases of illness, people may die.Learn more:Learn more about the health risksSign up for recall notifications by email and follow us on social mediaView our detailed explanation of the food safety investigation and recall processReport a food safety or labelling concern
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Affected products
Whole Nutrition Infant Formula
UPC: 85004496800, 85004496802
Date codes: All unexpired "Use By" codes
Why this matters
Botulism risk from bacterial contamination
Do I have this product?
This recall only applies to specific products. Follow the steps below to check.
- 1
Check the product name
Make sure your product name matches one of the affected products listed above.
- 2
Check the UPC code
The UPC is the barcode number on the packaging.
Affected UPCs: 85004496800, 85004496802
- 3
Check the date code
Date codes are usually printed near the best-before date or on the packaging seam.
Affected date codes: All unexpired "Use By" codes
If your product matches one or more of the details above, it may be affected by this recall.
If your product does not match these details, it is not affected by this recall.
When in doubt, always check the official notice.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why was this product recalled?
Botulism risk from bacterial contamination
What should consumers do?
If you think you became sick from consuming an affected product, contact your healthcare providerCheck to see if you have affected productsDo not consume, serve, use, sell, or distribute affected productsFood contaminated with Clostridium botulinum toxin may not look or smell spoiled but can still make you sick. Symptoms in adults can include facial paralysis or loss of facial expression, unreactive or fixed pupils, difficulty swallowing, drooping eyelids, blurred or double vision, difficulty speaking, including slurred speech, and a change in sound of voice, including hoarseness. Symptoms of foodborne botulism in children can include difficulty swallowing, slurred speech, generalized weakness and paralysis. In all cases, botulism does not cause a fever. In severe cases of illness, people may die.Learn more:Learn more about the health risksSign up for recall notifications by email and follow us on social mediaView our detailed explanation of the food safety investigation and recall processReport a food safety or labelling concern
Where was the product sold?
This product was sold in Canada. For specific retailers or distribution areas, please check the official recall notice linked on this page.
Is there a health risk?
Yes, there may be a health risk. Botulism risk from bacterial contamination
When was this product recalled?
This product was recalled on November 14, 2025.
Is the ByHeart brand affected by this recall?
Yes, ByHeart products are affected by this recall. This recall involves ByHeart Whole Nutrition Infant Formula sold in Canada. It's being recalled because it may be contaminated with Clostridium botulinum, which can cause severe illness. Stop using the product and follow the return steps in the official notice.