Infant formula contamination traced to global ARA-oil supplier (Nestlé NAN/Nankid) [developing]
Key Questions
What contamination affects Nestlé infant formulas?
FDA identified ARA-oil contaminated with cereulide in over 60 batches of Nestlé NAN Optipro and Nankid products. The issue traces to supplier lapses in a global ARA-oil supplier.
Which other brands recalled infant formula?
Danone Aptamil and Cow&Gate products were recalled internationally, including UK reinforcements. Austria also recalled baby food jars in a related health scare.
What actions are taken for the contaminated infant formula?
Batch destruction is ongoing for affected NAN Optipro/Nankid batches. Recalls by Tesco, Morrisons, Sainsbury's and others warn parents not to use specific batches of baby formula.
FDA ARA-oil cereulide in 60+ batches NAN Optipro/Nankid; Danone Aptamil/Cow&Gate recalled intl. incl. UK reinforcements. Supplier lapses; batch destruction ongoing.
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Updated Apr 18, 2026