Saudi recalls certain Danone infant formula batches over contamination concerns
The Saudi Food and Drug Authority (SFDA) has issued a warning about several infant formula products from Nutricia-Danone, specifically the Aptamil and Bebelac brands.The alert follows a voluntary notification from the company and a precautionary recall of certain batches over possible contamination with Cereulide, a toxin produced by Bacillus cereus bacteria that could pose health risks to infants.The SFDA emphasised that this action is part of a voluntary precautionary recall and comes after a careful evaluation of potential hazards.Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels.It noted that exposure to cereulide may cause symptoms within 30 minutes to six hours after consumption, including nausea, repeated vomiting, and abdominal pain. These effects are usually short-lived, lasting up to 24 hours.Authorities confirmed that no cases of illness linked to these products have been reported in the Kingdom so far.Consumers are strongly urged not to use the recalled products and to dispose of them immediately.The SFDA stated that it has taken the necessary measures and coordinated with the company to remove the recalled items from the market and is actively monitoring the recall process.The authority provided a table listing the specific products and batch numbers, made available for public reference and awareness.Explained: UAE recalls more infant formula products; 5 questions answeredNestle recalls more Guigoz baby formula as France tightens toxin level
The Saudi Food and Drug Authority (SFDA) has issued a warning about several infant formula products from Nutricia-Danone, specifically the Aptamil and Bebelac brands.
The alert follows a voluntary notification from the company and a precautionary recall of certain batches over possible contamination with Cereulide, a toxin produced by Bacillus cereus bacteria that could pose health risks to infants.
The SFDA emphasised that this action is part of a voluntary precautionary recall and comes after a careful evaluation of potential hazards.
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It noted that exposure to cereulide may cause symptoms within 30 minutes to six hours after consumption, including nausea, repeated vomiting, and abdominal pain. These effects are usually short-lived, lasting up to 24 hours.
Authorities confirmed that no cases of illness linked to these products have been reported in the Kingdom so far.
Consumers are strongly urged not to use the recalled products and to dispose of them immediately.
The SFDA stated that it has taken the necessary measures and coordinated with the company to remove the recalled items from the market and is actively monitoring the recall process.
The authority provided a table listing the specific products and batch numbers, made available for public reference and awareness.
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