Nestlé Recalls infant Formula Amid Toxin Revelation
A precautionary recall has been expanded to include several infant formula products due to the presence of a potentially harmful toxin.
- Nestlé is recalling several infant formula products in Norway.
- The recall is due to the discovery of cereulide, a toxin produced by bacteria.
- Infants are believed to be more sensitive to the toxin than other groups.
- Consumers are advised not to consume affected products and to contact Nestlé for a refund.
What’s Being Recalled?
Initially announced in January, the recall has now been broadened to include Nan pro 1, Nan expertpro Sensilac 1, Nan 1 RTD, Alfamino, Alfamino Junior, and Nan Expertpro HA 1. The company first announced the initial recall earlier this month.
The problem stems from the detection of cereulide, a toxin produced by the Bacillus Cereus bacterium, within an oil mix used as a raw material. According to the Norwegian Food Safety Authority, the products are being withdrawn as a precautionary measure.
Cereulide can trigger unpleasant symptoms like nausea and vomiting. Crucially, the Norwegian Food Safety Authority notes that infants are thought to be particularly vulnerable to the effects of this toxin compared to other age groups.
These products are widely available in both grocery stores and pharmacies throughout Norway.
If you’ve purchased any of the affected products, the advice is clear: do not consume them. Consumers are being directed to photograph the product and contact Nestlé’s consumer contact for a full refund, as stated by the Norwegian Food Safety Authority.
Earlier in January, The Institute of Public health released guidance for concerned parents who may have already given the products to their children.
