Nestle Hong Kong recalls 21 batches of baby milk formula over toxin fears
Consuming contaminated products may cause vomiting and diarrhoea, Centre for Food Safety warns
Nestle Hong Kong has recalled 21 batches of baby milk formula in the city amid a global scare over potential contamination with a toxin that can cause nausea and vomiting.
“According to the latest information from Nestle HK [on Tuesday], 21 batches of its powdered infant and young children formula imported into Hong Kong might have used the raw material concerned,” the centre said.
“As a precautionary measure, Nestle HK has voluntarily stopped sales, removed from shelves the affected products and has initiated a precautionary recall.”
Consumers can call the company’s hotline, 2599 8874, during office hours to ask about the recall.
The centre said Bacillus cereus was commonly found in the environment. Unhygienic conditions during food production or storage could lead to its proliferation, it added.