Sanulac Nutritionals Australia Pty Ltd has announced a national recall of two Alula infant formula products due to concerns over possible contamination with cereulide toxin, a substance produced by the Bacillus cereus microorganism.
The affected products have been sold widely across Australia through major supermarkets, pharmacies, independent retailers, and online platforms.
Food safety authorities are urging parents and caregivers to check product details immediately and stop using the recalled batches.
The recall applies only to specific date and batch number combinations listed below:
The recalled infant formula products were available for purchase nationally in Australia, including:
Additionally, Alula Gold Reflux was also sold through independent retailers such as:
Authorities have clarified that the recall applies only to the batches listed above, and not to other Alula products.
Sanulac Nutritionals Australia Pty Ltd initiated the recall due to the potential presence of cereulide toxin contamination.
Cereulide is a toxin that can be produced by the bacteria Bacillus cereus. It is known for causing foodborne illness and is particularly concerning in infant products.
Food Standards Australia New Zealand (FSANZ) has warned that food products containing cereulide may cause illness or injury if consumed.
Unlike some bacteria, cereulide toxin is heat-stable, meaning it may not be destroyed during preparation or heating.
Infants are especially vulnerable to foodborne toxins due to their developing immune systems.
Parents and caregivers are advised to take the following steps immediately:
Any consumers who are concerned about their child’s health should seek medical advice promptly.
For further assistance, consumers can contact:
Sanulac Nutritionals Australia Pty Ltd
Customer Careline: 1800 552 229
Website: www.meandmychild.com.au
Careline page: www.meandmychild.com.au/careline/