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Infant Formula Recall: Botulism Linked to ByHeart Milk

1/24/2026

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ByHeart Formula Recall

U.S. health officials linked powdered whole milk in ByHeart infant formula to a botulism outbreak affecting 51 babies across 19 states.
Testing found contamination in both unopened formula and the milk powder supplied to ByHeart, prompting the FDA to investigate the source.
ByHeart has recalled all products since March 2022.
Lactalis recalled six batches of Picot brand infant milk due to cereulide contamination, impacting 18 countries.
No illnesses have been reported from Lactalis products, but investigations continue after infant deaths related to similar recalls by Nestlé and Danone.

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Infant Formula Recall

A global safety scare over cereulide toxin prompted recalls of infant formula from Nestle, Danone, and Lactalis.
Nestle detected the toxin in arachidonic acid oil during routine checks in December, triggering investigations.
The toxin poses serious health risks for infants, while authorities in multiple countries are probing potential cases, including an infant death in France.
Foodwatch criticized Nestle for delays in issuing warnings, noting potential reputational damage for all involved.

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ByHeart Formula Recall

U.S. health officials linked powdered whole milk in ByHeart infant formula to a botulism outbreak affecting 51 babies across 19 states.
Testing found contamination in both unopened formula and the milk powder supplied to ByHeart, prompting the FDA to investigate the source.
ByHeart has recalled all products since March 2022.
Lactalis recalled six batches of Picot brand infant milk due to cereulide contamination, impacting 18 countries.
No illnesses have been reported from Lactalis products, but investigations continue after infant deaths related to similar recalls by Nestlé and Danone.

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