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Baby Formula Recall Linked to Chinese Supplier Toxin

2/19/2026

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  • European food authorities linked cereulide toxin in baby formula to a Chinese supplier, prompting recalls that began in December and expanded in February after the European Food Safety Authority set a maximum cereulide threshold.
  • Major manufacturers affected include Nestle, Danone, and Lactalis.
  • As of February 13, several European countries reported infant gastrointestinal symptoms from the recalled formula.
  • Investigations are ongoing into the deaths of three babies linked to the recalls.