Nestlé has expanded its infant formula recall to include more than 50 countries worldwide.
Infant and follow-up formulas have been recalled due to the potential presence of cerulide. Cereulide is a toxin produced by certain strains of Bacillus cereus that can cause food poisoning.
Elementary review in December 2025 was caused by the suspected presence of Bacillus cereus in an area of the production line at the plant. The problem was discovered during a self-monitoring test at the Nestlé plant in Nunspit in the Netherlands.
An investigation revealed that cerulide was detected in one of the supplier's raw materials used in production, resulting in an extended recall. Nestlé has tested arachidonic acid oil (ARA) and related oil blends used in the manufacture of potentially affected infant formula products.
No illnesses have been reported in connection with the recalls.
Nestlé said that if contaminated products have been consumed and a child experiences symptoms, consumers should contact their doctor.
Various products with wide distribution
Distributions of potentially affected products include Argentina, Australia, Brazil, China, Croatia, Czech Republic, Denmark, Finland, France, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Mexico, Poland, Portugal, Russia, Spain, Saudi Arabia, South Africa, Sweden, Turkey and Ukraine.
The recall notices list a number of different brands such as Alfamino, Lactogen Harmony 1, BEBA OptiPro 1, BEBA Comfort 1, BEBA Supreme, BEBA ExpertPro, NAN Sensilac 1, NAN HA 1, NAN Pro 1, NAN ExpertPro, NAN OptiPro, NAN Supreme, NAN Sensitive 1 and Guigoz OptiPro Relais.
In the UK and Ireland, Nestlé has recalled some lots of its SMA infant formula and subsequent formulas. Expiry dates range from October 2026 to November 2027.
According to the Food Safety Authority of Ireland (FSAI), the cerulide toxin can form pre-formed in food and is extremely heat stable. Consuming foods containing the toxin may lead to nausea and severe vomiting. Symptoms may take up to five hours to appear. The duration of the disease usually ranges from six to 24 hours.
Nestlé said in a statement: “While there have been no confirmed cases of illness linked to the product, we understand that the situation may cause concern among parents. We take any concerns seriously and are monitoring the situation closely.”
“We also understand that temporary issues with product availability may raise questions. The situation may result in fluctuations in availability in some stores, but we are actively working to minimize the impact. We have informed the authorities and are working closely with them.”
In December in Croatia, Aptamil AR 1,400 gram infant formula with a best before date of May 17, 2026 and lot number 111444865 was recalled due to the possible presence of Bacillus cereus. It was supplied by Nutricia Export BV in the Netherlands.
