Danone is recalling Aptamil First Infant Formula because cereulide toxin, which can cause rapid-onset food poisoning, has been found in the product, the Food Standards Agency says
09:09, 24 Jan 2026Updated 10:10, 24 Jan 2026
A toxin has been found in the product (stock image)(Image: Getty Images)
A baby formula product has been pulled from the shelves after a vomiting-inducing toxin was detected in a batch sold in UK stores.
Cereulide toxin – which can cause rapid-onset food poisoning – has been found in Danone’s Aptamil First Infant Formula, the Food Standards Agency said. The 800g containers with the expiry date 31/10/2026 have since been recalled as a precaution.
Symptoms caused by cereulide toxin include nausea, vomiting and abdominal cramps. “If you have bought any of the above product do not feed it to babies,” customers have been warned.
Those who purchased the product can return it to the store they bought it for a full refund, with or without a receipt. The batches were sold in May-July 2025, with the expiry date of 31/10/2026. No other batches are affected by the notice.
Products with the expiry date 31/10/2026 have been recalled(Image: MEN Media)
Customers who have had the infant formula prescribed by a health professional for their infant must consult a pharmacist or other medical professional before changing formula. If the product has already been fed to a baby and there are any concerns about potential health impacts, parents or carers should seek advice from healthcare professionals.
“The presence of cereulide (toxin) makes this product unsafe to consume,” the Food Standards Agency said in its risk statement.
“Cereulide is a toxin produced by some strains of Bacillus cereus. Cereulide is highly heat stable meaning it is unlikely to be deactivated or destroyed by cooking, or when making the infant milk according to NHS guidelines. If consumed it can lead to rapid onset of symptoms. Symptoms caused by this toxin include nausea, vomiting and abdominal cramps.”
“Danone is recalling the above product. Point of sale notices will be displayed in all retail stores that are selling this product. These notices explain to customers why the product is being recalled and tell them what to do if they have bought the product. Please see the attached notice.”