The UAE has recalled a specific batch of Aptamil Advance 1 POF infant formula following concerns over possible bacterial contamination that could pose health risks to infants. The recall was jointly announced by the Ministry of Climate Change and Environment (MOCCAE) and the Emirates Drug Establishment (EDE) after traces of Bacillus cereus were detected in one of the production inputs. The bacterium is known to potentially produce cereulide, a toxin that may cause food poisoning and gastrointestinal symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, and abdominal pain. Affected Product The recall applies only to one batch of powdered infant formula: Product: Aptamil […]
UAE Issues Recall of Select Nestlé Infant Formula Products Over Toxin Risk
The United Arab Emirates has issued a recall of specific batches of Nestlé infant formula products following concerns over the potential presence of cereulide, a toxin produced by Bacillus cereus, the Emirates Drug Establishment (EDE) announced on Wednesday. The EDE clarified that the recall is voluntary and precautionary, and was implemented in coordination with Nestlé, after traces of Bacillus cereus were detected in one of the raw materials used during production. Affected Products According to the authority, the recall in the UAE applies to limited batches of the following Nestlé infant nutrition products: NAN Comfort 1 NAN OptiPro 1 NAN […]