Adobe StockFurther batches of baby formula have been pulled from shelves due to possible contamination.
Danone, a widely distributed infant formula retailer, has recalled products that could cause illness, including vomiting and stomach cramps.
Food Standards Scotland and the Food Standards Agency are urging parents and caregivers to check the batches listed in the recall notice and stop using any that are affected.
The move follows news of 36 clinical reports of children suffering symptoms consistent with toxin poisoning linked to recent baby formula recalls.
The UK Health Security Agency has said it and partner agencies have received seven notifications in Scotland.
On January 5, the Food Standards Agency (FSA) confirmed that Nestlé was undertaking a precautionary product recall of several batches of 12 SMA Infant Formula and Follow-On Formula products in the UK due to the possible presence of the cereulide toxin.
On January 24, Danone recalled one batch of Aptamil First Infant Formula because of cereulide contamination.
All other batches of Cow & Gate, Aptamil and Nestle SMA infant or follow-on formula not listed in the product recall notices remain safe to use.
Danone and Nestlé have confirmed they are no longer using ingredients from the affected supplier.
Food Standards Scotland has said that major retailers, including Co-op, Tesco and Sainsbury’s, continue to stock unaffected products.
The contaminated ingredient has been identified as arachidonic acid (ARA), supplied by a third-party manufacturer whose products were used internationally.
Danone and Nestle have given assurance to FSS and the FSA that the recalled batches were produced some time ago and are unlikely to still be on shop shelves.
However, they may be in cupboards at home.
Geoff Ogle, chief executive of FSS, said: “Please check if you have Aptamil, Cow & Gate and SMA brands of formula at home. The affected batches are unlikely to still be on shop shelves, but may be in your cupboard. If you have an affected batch, do not use it.
“You can return it to the store and exchange it for an unaffected batch.
“If you are feeding your baby one of the affected batches, stop using it and switch to an unaffected batch from the same brand or another brand. If your baby’s formula was prescribed, speak to a pharmacist or doctor before changing.
“The risk of harm to children from cereulide contamination at these levels is low, but consuming it could cause symptoms such as vomiting and diarrhoea. If your baby has recently consumed an affected batch and you are concerned about symptoms, contact your GP or call NHS 111.
“Danone and Nestle have confirmed they are no longer using the affected supplier, and that Aptamil Cow and Gate and SMA products now on sale do not contain the contaminated ingredient.
“Food businesses have a legal responsibility to sell safe food, including checking that ingredients from suppliers are safe.”
Recalled products
Aptamil 1 First Infant Milk, 800g – All dates from July 9, 2026, to December 4, 2026
Aptamil 1 First Infant Milk – 700g – All dates from August 22, 2026, to November 26, 2026
Cow & Gate 1 First Infant Milk, 700g – All dates from July 31, 2026, to January 31, 2027
Cow & Gate 1 First Infant Milk Big Pack, 1.2kg – All dates from July 11, 2026, to February 20, 2027
Cow & Gate 1 First Infant Milk Hungry, 800g – All dates from July 31, 2026, to February 23, 2027
Cow & Gate 1 First Infant Milk, 600g – All dates from August 12, 2026, to January 16, 2027
Cow & Gate Anti-Reflux, 800g – All dates from June 7, 2026, to February 18, 2027
Aptamil 1 First Infant Milk Big Pack, 1.2kg – All dates from August 14, 2026, to December 25, 2026
Aptamil 1 First Infant Milk Hungry, 800kg – All dates from July 4, 2026, to February 24, 2027
Aptamil 1 First Infant Milk Pre-measured Tabs, All dates up to and including January 17, 2027
Aptamil 2 Follow On Milk, 800g – All dates from June 18, 2026, to January 4, 2027
Aptamil 2 Follow On Milk, 700g – All dates from August 5, 202,6 to February 20, 2027
Aptamil 2 Follow On Milk Big Pack, 1.2kg – All dates from July 23, 2026, to January 13, 2027
Aptamil 2 Follow On Milk Pre-measured Tabs – All dates up to and including January 17, 2027
Cow & Gate 1 First Infant Milk, 800g – All dates from June 11, 2026 to January 25, 2027
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