FSA confirms toxin in some Nestlé SMA baby formula

The Food Standards Agency said cereulide was found in arachidonic acid oil used in some Nestlé SMA formulas; Nestlé and Danone have recalled affected batches and investigations are ongoing.

The Food Standards Agency has confirmed a toxin was present in some Nestlé SMA baby formula products. Nestlé voluntarily recalled several batches earlier this month over concerns they contained cereulide, a substance reported to cause nausea and vomiting. The FSA said it identified the problem ingredient as arachidonic acid oil and that the contaminated oil came from a supplier used by both Nestlé and Danone. Danone has also withdrawn a limited number of Aptamil batches and the FSA said investigations and tracing work are ongoing. Key facts: - The FSA reported cereulide was found in arachidonic acid oil used in some SMA products. - Nestlé issued voluntary recalls covering multiple SMA infant and follow-on formulas and specialist lines; Danone withdrew a limited Aptamil batch linked to the same supplier. - Regulators are tracing products that used the supplier's ingredient and said they will announce further recalls if needed. Summary: The confirmed contamination has prompted voluntary recalls and a supplier-focused investigation that links affected products across two manufacturers. The FSA is tracing affected ingredient use and has said further recalls will be announced if necessary; the immediate next steps are the ongoing tracing and regulatory review.