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Recall of a specific batch of Aptamil 1 From Birth First infant milk due to presence of cereulide

Monday, 26 January 2026

Alert Summary
Category 1: For Action
Alert Notification: 2026.03
Product Identification: Aptamil 1 From Birth First infant milk; pack size: 800g
Batch Code Expiry date: 31-10-2026

Message:
Danone is recalling the above batch of its Aptamil 1 From Birth First infant milk due to the presence of cereulide. This batch was indirectly distributed to Ireland from the UK via the Boots.ie website. 

Recall notices will be displayed at point-of-sale. 

Danone is advising customers to contact its Aptamil careline team on 1800 22 1234 if they have any queries regarding this recall. 

Nature Of Danger:
Cereulide toxin is produced by the bacterium Bacillus cereus. The toxin may be pre-formed in a food and is extremely heat resistant. Consumption of foods containing cereulide toxin can lead to nausea and severe vomiting. Symptoms can appear within five hours. The duration of illness is usually 6 to 24 hours.

Action Required:

Manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, caterers & retailers:
Retailers are requested to remove the implicated batch from sale and display recall notices at point-of-sale. 

Wholesalers/distributors are requested to contact their affected customers and recall the implicated batch and provide a point-of-sale recall notice to their retailer customers. 

Consumers:
Parents, guardians and caregivers are advised not to feed the implicated batch to infants or young children.