Two more batches of formula milk products in Singapore have been recalled after cereulide toxin was found in them. The recall was announced on Sunday (Mar 15) by the Singapore Food Agency (SFA) and the Communicable Diseases Agency (CDA).
The toxin was detected in one batch of Nestle NAN HA2 infant formula and one batch of Nature One Dairy Premium Toddler Milk Formula. Cereulide toxin can cause symptoms such as nausea and vomiting.
Products involved in the recall are:
• Nestle NAN HA2 (800g)
Batch number: 52750017C1
Made in Switzerland
Expiry date: Oct 31, 2027
• Nature One Dairy Premium Toddler Milk Formula – Stage 3 (900g)
Batch number: 326251110
Made in Australia
Expiry dates: Nov 10 or Nov 11, 2027
The toddler milk formula is meant for children above one year old.
11 batches recalled since January
Authorities said that since January 8, a total of 11 batches of formula milk products have been recalled due to the toxin. These include products from Nestle NAN, Nature One Dairy and Dumex Dulac.
SFA and CDA also said there have been no new cases linked to the toxin since their last update on Jan 30. At that time, three people had developed mild symptoms that were likely related to cereulide exposure, and all three had recovered.
“Currently, there are no definitive clinical laboratory tests available to confirm cereulide poisoning,” the authorities said.
They also said monitoring is ongoing.
“The Communicable Diseases Agency is working closely with SFA and is conducting surveillance with medical practitioners to monitor for potential cases of cereulide poisoning in children.”
Advice for parents
SFA and CDA advised consumers who bought the affected products not to feed them to their children. Parents whose children have already consumed the formula and feel unwell should seek medical advice promptly.
Consumers can also contact the store or place where they purchased the products if they have enquiries.
The authorities added that the implicated batches of imported infant formula milk products make up about 5 per cent of Singapore’s imported supply, and they represent a minority of the overall formula milk products available in the country.
“For the implicated batches of formula milk product meant for children above one year old, they represent a negligible portion of the overall market supply, with alternative options readily available,” they added.
