Nestlé recalls 22 batches of baby milk formula in Hong Kong over toxin detection
The recall, which began in early January as a precautionary measure following similar actions in Europe, eventually covered 22 batches in Hong Kong
Nestlé is managing a food safety issue in Hong Kong after the recall of 22 batches of baby milk formula, following the detection of a toxin produced by the Bacillus cereus bacterium, the company and local authorities said.
Recent follow-up investigations by the Centre for Food Safety (CFS) confirmed the presence of cereulide in five samples from the recalled batches. This marks the second detection of the toxin since the products were initially removed from store shelves, says the South China Morning Post.
The affected products include Nan INFINIPRO2 7HMO (800g), Nan PRO 1 2HMO (800g), and Illuma LUXA 1 (800g), with cereulide levels ranging from 0.2 to 1.3 micrograms per kilogram. Nestlé identified the source of contamination as an ingredient supplied to the company for these batches.
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Cereulide is heat-stable, meaning it can survive standard preparation or processing temperatures, raising concerns about potential exposure.
The recall, which began in early January as a precautionary measure following similar actions in Europe, eventually covered 22 batches in Hong Kong.
The CFS said it continues to conduct follow-up investigations to ensure the safety of the recalled products.
