Nestlé Recalls SMA Infant and Follow-On Formula Due to Toxin Presence

Food Alerts high FSA · · United Kingdom

Nestlé has issued a recall for several SMA infant formula products in the United Kingdom due to the presence of cereulide, a toxin.

What Happened

Nestlé has issued a recall for several varieties of SMA Infant Formula and Follow-On Formula. The recall was initiated following the discovery of cereulide, a toxin, in the products. This announcement serves as an update to a previous alert regarding these items.

Which Products Are Affected

The following Nestlé SMA products are included in this recall:

  • SMA Advanced First Infant Milk
  • SMA Advanced Follow-On Milk
  • SMA Anti Reflux
  • SMA ALFAMINO
  • SMA First Infant Milk
  • SMA LITTLE STEPS First Infant Milk
  • SMA Comfort
  • SMA Lactose Free

What You Should Do

Consumers who have purchased any of the affected SMA products should stop using them immediately. As this is an active food alert from the Food Standards Agency (FSA), consumers are advised to follow the official recall guidance. For specific information regarding returns or refunds, consumers should contact Nestlé or the retailer where the product was purchased.

Why This Matters

The presence of cereulide toxin in infant formula poses a serious health risk to infants and young children, necessitating an immediate removal of the products from the market.

Source

Food Standards Agency (FSA)

Source: FSA Official Notice

Frequently Asked Questions

What is this food alerts alert about?
Nestlé has issued a recall for several SMA infant formula products in the United Kingdom due to the presence of cereulide, a toxin.
Which agency issued this alert?
This alert was issued by FSA. The original notice is available at the source link at the bottom of this article.
How severe is this alert?
This alert is classified as "high" severity. Take precautions and monitor for updates.
What area is affected?
This alert affects United Kingdom. Check with FSA for the most current geographic scope.
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