New batch of Nestle baby formula recalled due to toxin

February 4, 2026 | UK News

Nestlé has expanded its recall of SMA baby formula, withdrawing an additional batch over concerns about the presence of cereulide, a heat-resistant toxin that can cause vomiting, diarrhoea and stomach cramps.

The latest recall adds to more than 60 batches of SMA formula pulled from shelves last month after fears they could be contaminated with the toxin. The affected products include powdered and pre-mixed formulas intended for newborns and toddlers.

According to the Food Standards Agency (FSA), the newly recalled batch consists of 800g packs of SMA First Infant Milk with a best before date of December 2027 and batch code 53390346AB. The FSA said this batch was supplied in Northern Ireland.

In a statement, the agency urged parents and carers to stop using any affected products immediately and switch to an alternative formula. Those whose baby’s formula was prescribed were advised to consult a pharmacist or doctor before making changes. Parents concerned after feeding the product to their baby were told to contact their GP or call NHS 111.

Nestlé said the recall was issued “out of an abundance of caution,” but last week the FSA confirmed that its investigation had detected cereulide in several batches of SMA formula, as well as in one batch of Aptamil formula produced by Danone. The contamination was traced to an ingredient supplied by a third-party manufacturer used by both brands.

Responding to the latest recall, a Nestlé spokesperson said the affected products were sold in Ireland and may have been available in Northern Ireland, but were not distributed in mainland UK. The company added that the batch had been reassessed under an updated testing methodology and was being recalled to ensure consistency with earlier withdrawals.

Nestlé said all batches have now been reviewed under the revised standard and that no further recalls are expected.

A full list of affected batch numbers has been published by the Food Standards Agency.