a2 Milk Company Recalls Some Infant Formula
Testing found a toxin linked to food-borne illness.
www.ntd.comHere’s the latest on the A2 Milk infant formula recall.
- What happened: A2 Milk Company voluntarily recalled three batches of its A2 Platinum Premium USA infant formula after the presence of cereulide, a toxin associated with Bacillus cereus, was detected during testing.[2][3][7]
- Products affected and scope: The recall covers specific lots of A2 Platinum Premium Infant Formula 0-12 months sold in the U.S. through Amazon, Meijer, and the company’s website, with about 16,000+ units sold before removal.[3][7][2]
- Why it matters: Cereulide is a heat-stable toxin that can cause nausea and vomiting; hot-water preparation does not eliminate it, so affected batches should not be used. No confirmed illnesses have been reported as of the notices.[2][3]
- Regulatory and response: The recall followed New Zealand regulatory guidance and internal quality testing; the product has been discontinued and pulled from sale. Parents are advised to discard the product or return it for a refund.[3][2]
- Public and market context: The recall impacts U.S. distribution of a product produced under Synlait Milk contract, and there is attention on consumer safety messaging as the brand reassesses exposure to markets including China.[4][2]
Key takeaway for you (practical guidance):
- If you or someone you know has A2 Platinum Premium USA infant formula in 31.7-ounce tins, check the batch numbers (the affected batches were publicized in recall notices) and do not use the product; return for a refund or dispose of it according to the recall instructions.[2][3]
Would you like a side-by-side quick reference of the affected batch numbers and use-by dates, or guidance on safe options for formula replacement? I can pull together the exact batch numbers and dates from the notices if you’d like.[3][2]