Nestlé recalls infant formula globally over toxin risk; Indian products unaffected
Swiss food giant Nestlé has launched a global recall of specific batches of infant and follow-on formulas including SMA, BEBA and NAN after tests indicated possible contamination with cereulide, a toxin produced by Bacillus cereus that can cause nausea and vomiting.
The recall, first rolled out on a smaller scale in December, now spans dozens of countries across Europe, Africa, the Americas and Asia as a precautionary measure. Nestlé said no illnesses or symptoms have so far been linked to the affected products, which relate to a quality issue in an ingredient supplied to its factories. The move presents an early challenge for new CEO Philipp Navratil amid broader efforts to revitalize the company. Nestlé India confirmed that its locally made infant formula products are not part of the recall and remain compliant with Indian food safety standards.
