Product recallFSA
Aptamil and Cow & Gate First Infant Milk recalled over the possible presence of cereulide (toxin)
Danone is recalling several Aptamil and Cow & Gate First Infant Milk and Follow on Milk formula products sold in Northern Ireland because cereulide toxin may be present in some batches of the products. This recall is an extension to the Aptamil First Infant Formula product recall issued on 23 January 2026. The best before dates differ slightly from the dates listed on the Aptamil and Cow & Gate First Infant Milk and Follow on Milk formula product recall issued on 6 January 2026. This recall contains information that is relevant to Northern Ireland only.
Point-of-sale notice published with the recall 
Check your product
Only products that match these details are covered. Have your pack in front of you.
Aptamil 1 First Infant Milk 800g
- Affected
- All dates from 5 July 2026 to 4 December 2026
Aptamil 1 First Infant Milk 700g
- Affected
- All dates from 22 August 2026 to 26 November 2026
Cow & Gate 1 First Infant Milk 700g
- Affected
- All dates from 31 July 2026 to 31 January 2027
Cow & Gate 1 First Infant Milk Big Pack 1.2kg
- Affected
- All dates from 11 July 2026 to 20 February 2027
Cow & Gate 1 First Infant Milk Hungry 800g
- Affected
- All dates from 5 July 2026 to 23 February 2027
Cow & Gate 1 First Infant Milk 600g
- Affected
- All dates from 12 August 2026 to 16 January 2027
Cow & Gate Anti-Reflux 800g
- Affected
- All dates from 7 June 2026 to 18 February 2027
Aptamil 1 First Infant Milk Big Pack 1.2kg
- Affected
- All dates from 14 August 2026 to 25 December 2026
Aptamil 1 First Infant Milk Hungry 800g
- Affected
- All dates from 4 July 2026 to 24 February 2027
Aptamil 1 First Infant Milk Pre-measured Tabs
- Affected
- All dates up to and including 17 January 2027
Aptamil 2 Follow On Milk 800g
- Affected
- All dates from 7 June 2026 to 4 January 2027
Aptamil 2 Follow On Milk 700g
- Affected
- All dates from 5 August 2026 to 20 February 2027
Aptamil 2 Follow On Milk Big Pack 1.2kg
- Affected
- All dates from 23 July 2026 to 13 January 2027
Aptamil 2 Follow On Milk Pre-measured Tabs
- Affected
- All dates up to and including 17 January 2027
Cow & Gate 1 First Infant Milk 800g
- Affected
- All dates from 10 June 2026 to 25 January 2027
What to do now
Harmful bacteria have been found, or cannot be ruled out, in Aptamil and Cow & Gate First Infant Milk. That is enough for the business to take it off sale.
- Do not eat it, and do not try to make it safe by cooking or reheating.
- Clean the place it was stored and wash your hands after handling it.
- Return it to the shop where you bought it, where you should get your money back, or bin it.
- Check the freezer and cupboards for other packs with the same details, including anything you have decanted or portioned.
Why it matters. Bacteria such as Bacillus cereus, Staphylococcus aureus or Campylobacter can cause food poisoning. Some make toxins that survive cooking, so reheating is not a fix.
Symptoms and when to get help
Look out for
- feeling sick or being sick
- diarrhoea
- stomach cramps
- a high temperature
- feeling generally unwell, tired or achy
Get help urgently
- signs of dehydration, such as passing little or no pee, feeling dizzy or very thirsty
- blood in your poo or bleeding from the bottom
- symptoms that are not improving after a few days, or keep coming back
- a baby, a young child, someone pregnant, someone older or someone with a weakened immune system is unwell
This is general information based on NHS public guidance, not medical advice. In an emergency call 999. For urgent advice use NHS 111 (NHS 24 on 111 in Scotland) or, in Northern Ireland, your GP or out-of-hours service.
Getting your money back
Recalled food can be returned to the shop it came from for a full refund. Supermarkets and most independent shops do this without a receipt, because the recall applies to the product, not to your purchase.
If you bought it online or on a delivery, contact the retailer through your account or customer services and tell them the product is under an FSA recall.
From the official notice
Published by the Food Standards Agency (FSA-PRIN-07-2026). Quoted as issued.
Summary
Danone is recalling several Aptamil and Cow & Gate First Infant Milk and Follow on Milk formula products sold in Northern Ireland because cereulide toxin may be present in some batches of the products. This recall is an extension to the Aptamil First Infant Formula product recall issued on 23 January 2026. The best before dates differ slightly from the dates listed on the Aptamil and Cow & Gate First Infant Milk and Follow on Milk formula product recall issued on 6 January 2026. This recall contains information that is relevant to Northern Ireland only.
The risk
The possible presence of cereulide (toxin) in the products listed above.
Cereulide is a toxin produced by some strains of Bacillus cereus. Cereulide is highly heat stable meaning it is unlikely to be deactivated or destroyed by cooking, or when making the infant milk according to NHS guidelines. If consumed it can lead to rapid onset of symptoms.
Symptoms caused by this toxin include nausea, vomiting and abdominal cramps.
Action taken
Danone is recalling the above products. Point of sale notices will be displayed in all retail stores that are selling these products. These notices explain to customers why the products are being recalled and tell them what to do if they have bought the products. Please see the attached notices.
Advice to consumers
Aptamil:
If you have bought any of the above products do not feed them to babies. Instead, return them to the shop where you bought them for a full refund with or without a receipt. Customers who have already purchased these products can go to aptaclub.co.uk to check which batches are affected. For further information, contact the Aptamil Careline team on 0800 996 1000 or at https://www.aptaclub.co.uk
Cow & Gate: If you have bought any of the above products do not feed them to babies. Instead, return them to the shop where you bought them for a full refund with or without a receipt. Customers who have already purchased these products can go to cgbabyclub.co.uk to check which batches are affected. For further information, contact the Cow & Gate Careline team on 0800 977 8880 or at https://www.cgbabyclub.co.uk
Even if you have not identified ill-health in your baby as a result of consumption of any of these products, it is essential to stop using it.
If you have fed any of these products to a baby and have any concerns about potential health impacts, you should seek advice from healthcare professionals, using the most appropriate route depending on where you live, (i.e. visit your GP, call NHS 111).
Open the FSA notice
Questions
Why has Aptamil and Cow & Gate First Infant Milk been recalled?
Harmful bacteria have been found, or cannot be ruled out, in Aptamil and Cow & Gate First Infant Milk. That is enough for the business to take it off sale. Bacteria such as Bacillus cereus, Staphylococcus aureus or Campylobacter can cause food poisoning. Some make toxins that survive cooking, so reheating is not a fix.
How do I know if my product is affected?
The notice describes the affected product rather than listing codes. Compare the product name, pack size and where you bought it with the official notice.
What should I do now?
Do not eat it, and do not try to make it safe by cooking or reheating. Clean the place it was stored and wash your hands after handling it.
Can I get a refund?
Recalled food can be returned to the shop it came from for a full refund. Supermarkets and most independent shops do this without a receipt, because the recall applies to the product, not to your purchase. If you bought it online or on a delivery, contact the retailer through your account or customer services and tell them the product is under an FSA recall.
