A baby formula product has been withdrawn from sale due to the presence of a toxin causing vomiting in a batch sold in UK stores. The Food Standards Agency reported that the Cereulide toxin, known for causing rapid-onset food poisoning, was detected in Danone’s Aptamil First Infant Formula containers of 800g with an expiry date of 31/10/2026, prompting a recall as a precautionary measure.

Symptoms linked to the cereulide toxin include nausea, vomiting, and abdominal cramps, with customers advised not to use the affected product for infants. Consumers who bought the product between May and July 2025 can return it to the store for a full refund, regardless of having a receipt. Only batches with the expiry date mentioned are affected by the recall.

For those who had the formula recommended by a healthcare professional, it is suggested to consult a pharmacist or medical expert before switching formulas. In case the product has already been given to a baby and health concerns arise, caregivers should seek guidance from healthcare providers. The Food Standards Agency emphasized the danger of consuming the product due to the presence of cereulide, stressing the toxin’s resistance to heat and potential health risks.

Danone is coordinating the recall process, ensuring that point of sale notifications is visible in retail outlets selling the product, informing customers of the reasons for the recall and necessary actions to take if they purchased the item.