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Parents warned as Aptamil baby formula recalled due to toxin
Danone has recalled its Aptamil First Infant Formula because of the possible presence of cereulide toxin.
The toxin can cause nausea, vomiting and abdominal cramps, and is unsafe to consume.
It is produced by some strains of Bacillus cereus and is highly heat stable meaning it is unlikely to be destroyed by cooking, or when making the infant milk.
Friday 23 January: @Danone recalls Aptamil First Infant Formula because cereulide (toxin) has been found in this batch #FoodAlert https://t.co/1z8zL5bd4t pic.twitter.com/rqjkOYQFcW
— Food Standards Agency (@foodgov) January 23, 2026
The impacted batch of formula has a best before date of October 31, 2026.
A Danone spokesman said: “It was sold in May – July 2025. The expiry date, batch and time can be found on the lower back of the pack.
“No other batches are affected by this notice.
“Customers who still have products from this batch can return it to the shop where they bought it for a full refund with or without a receipt.”
A spokesman for the Food Standards Agency (FSA) added: “Danone is recalling the above product. Point of sale notices will be displayed in all retail stores that are selling this product.
“These notices explain to customers why the product is being recalled and tell them what to do if they have bought the product.
“If you have bought any of the above product do not feed it to babies. Instead, return it to the shop where they bought it for a full refund with or without a receipt.
“For further information, contact the Aptamil Careline team on 0800 996 1000 or at www.aptaclub.co.uk .
“Even if you have not identified ill-health in your baby as a result of consumption of this product, it is essential to stop using it.
“If the infant formula was prescribed by a health professional for your infant, consult a pharmacist or other medical professional before changing formula.
“If you have fed this product to a baby and have any concerns about potential health impact, you should seek advice from healthcare professionals, using the most appropriate route depending on where you live, (i.e., visit your GP, call NHS 111).”
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What is a product recall?
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The FSA issues Product Withdrawal Information Notices and Product Recall Information Notices to let consumers and local authorities know about problems associated with food.
In some cases, a ‘Food Alert for Action’ is issued.
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