NCC warns consumers after recall of these baby formula products

The National Consumer Commission warns consumers about a recall of specific baby formula products after concerns about a toxin.

Mar 9, 2026 - 15:00
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NCC warns consumers after recall of these baby formula products

The National Consumer Commission (NCC) has alerted consumers to a recall of specific Nutricia baby formula products after concerns emerged about a potentially harmful toxin in some batches.

The NCC say the recall affects thousands of units of baby and toddler formula sold in South Africa, prompting officials to urge parents and caregivers to check product details carefully. The recall involves certain batches of Nutricia Aptamil Nutribiotik 2 and Aptajunior Nutribiotik 3 products packaged in 800g tins.

Baby formula products recalled due to toxin concerns

According to the NCC, the recall affects 2989 units of Nutricia formula products after concerns that a raw ingredient may contain traces of cereulide. The toxin can cause illness when consumed in large amounts.

The NCC warned that exposure to cereulide could result in unpleasant symptoms. NCC said the toxin “may contain traces of cereulide, a toxin that at high exposure levels can cause nausea, vomiting, and abdominal cramps.”

The affected products include Aptamil Nutribiotik 2 (800g) with batch numbers 20260911 and 20261209, which expire on 11 September 2026 and 9 December 2026, respectively. Authorities also listed Aptajunior Nutribiotik 3 (800g) with batch number 20261209, expiring on 9 December 2026.

The NCC urged parents to verify the batch numbers printed on the packaging to determine whether they purchased one of the recalled items.

Similar recall earlier this year

The development follows another major formula recall earlier this year. In January, a large-scale recall of Nestlé baby formula raised concerns about the safety of certain infant nutrition products.

While the situations differ, regulators say both incidents highlight the importance of strict safety monitoring within the infant food industry. Nutricia has also confirmed that some of the recalled formula products were exported to neighbouring countries.

According to the company, a portion of the products reached markets in Botswana and Namibia, meaning authorities in those countries may also monitor the recall.

NCC monitoring recall process

The National Consumer Commission says it is closely monitoring the situation to ensure companies follow consumer protection regulations.

Consumers who bought the affected products are encouraged to seek assistance or clarification directly from Nutricia Southern Africa.

Parents and caregivers are advised not to use the affected batches and to contact the manufacturer if they have questions about the recall or replacement procedures.

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