The Ministry of Climate Change and Environment and the Emirates Drug Establishment recalled a specific batch of Aptamil Advance 1 POF infant formula due to potential safety risks. Aptamil Advance 1 POF, made by Nutricia Middle East (Danone), is used as milk for infants from birth to six months.
A batch with an expiry date of 8 November 2026 was recalled following the detection of Bacillus cereus traces during production. This bacterium can generate cereulide, a toxin linked to possible food poisoning and symptoms like nausea, vomiting, or stomach pain.
Authorities advised all consumers in the UAE who have bought the Aptamil product to check the expiry date at the bottom of the packaging. Parents are asked to immediately discard the product if the expiry date matches 8 November 2026.
Recently, a batch of Nestlé baby formula products was recalled across the Middle East, including in the UAE, as a precaution.