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The FSA confirmed a toxin in some Nestlé SMA baby formula, triggering recalls and heightened safety warnings.
Investigations traced the cereulide toxin to a shared third-party ingredient supplier used by Nestle9 and a rival, Danone.
Nestle9 and Danone had already begun recalls in January, with Nestle9 stating the action was quick and decisive.
Parents are urged to stop using the recalled formula and contact a GP or NHS 111 if their baby has consumed it.
The tainted ingredient originated from a shared third-party supplier, tying Nestle9's recall to a broader supply chain issue.
Nestle9 described the recall as quick and decisive and apologized for the need to recall products.
The affected Nestle9 SMA products include Advanced First Infant Milk and multiple SMA varieties.
Authorities are tracing all products that may have used the affected ingredient to remove them from sale.
The Guardian and Metro reports help define batch details and the scope of the recall.

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The Food Standards Agency confirmed cereulide toxin in some SMA infant formulas, prompting a nationwide recall.
Nestlé recalled SMA infant formulas including SMA Advanced First Infant Milk and SMA Comfort due to cereulide contamination.
The contamination originated from a shared third-party ingredient supplier, prompting broader checks on affected lots.
A Aptamil recall by Danone was identified earlier, linked to the same contamination thread and batch testing.
The Nestlé recall notice confirmed no change to the scope or nature of the recall as investigations continue.
Parents should stop using affected formula and seek medical advice if their baby has consumed it.
The recall includes multiple SMA products and lists batch codes and best-before dates on official channels.
Nestlé reassured there has been no change to the scope or nature of the recall as investigations proceed.
Regulatory bodies urged vigilance and ongoing traceability of ingredients linked to the contamination.
The nationwide recall underscores the seriousness of cereulide contamination in infant formulas and consumer safety.

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