Saudi Arabia, Kuwait urgently recall infant formula: What every consumer must know | World News
Saudi Food and Drug Authority (SFDA) and Public Authority for Food and Nutrition Kuwait Announced the withdrawal of Aptamil and Bebelac brand infant formulas produced by Nutricia-Danone. The recall was initiated after the company issued a voluntary notification of possible contamination with Ceeulide, a substance produced by Bacillus cereus that poses a health risk to infants. According to the SFDA, exposure to Cerulide may cause symptoms 30 minutes to 6 hours after consumption, including nausea, frequent vomiting and abdominal pain. However, symptoms are usually short-lived and can last up to 24 hours. According to Khaleej Times, here is a list of information about the recalled batches:January 23, 27
| country of origin | Product Description | batch number | expiration date | Production date |
| Poland | BEBELAC 1 NUTRI 7IN1 IF 1200G BIB | 2027.01.23 | July 24, 25 | |
| Poland | BEBELAC JUNIOR 3 NUTRI 7-in-1 chewing gum 1200G bib | October 11, 2026 | October 11, 26 | April 11, 25 |
| Poland | BEBELAC JUNIOR 3 NUTRI 7-in-1 chewing gum 1200G bib | 2026.12.12 | December 12, 26 | June 12, 25 |
| Poland | BEBELAC NUTRI 7IN1 IF 400G canned | November 20, 2026 | 11/20/26 | May 21, 25 |
| Poland | BEBELAC NUTRI 7IN1 IF 400G canned | December 13, 2026 | December 13, 26 | June 13, 25 |
| Poland | BEBELAC NUTRI 7IN1 IF 400G canned | 2027.02.07 | February 7, 27 | August 8, 25 |
| Poland | BEBELAC NUTRI 7IN1 IF 400G canned | 2027.03.23 | March 23, 27 | September 21, 25 |
| Poland | BEBELAC JUNIOR 3 NUTRI 7IN1 chewing gum 400G can | 2026.08.11 | August 11, 26 | February 9, 25 |
| Poland | BEBELAC JUNIOR 3 NUTRI 7IN1 chewing gum 400G can | 2026.08.16 | August 16, 26 | February 14, 25 |
| Poland | BEBELAC JUNIOR 3 NUTRI 7IN1 chewing gum 400G can | 2026.10.01 | October 1, 26 | April 1, 25 |
| Poland | BEBELAC JUNIOR 3 NUTRI 7IN1 chewing gum 400G can | November 16, 2026 | November 16, 26 | May 17, 25 |
| Poland | BEBELAC JUNIOR 3 NUTRI 7IN1 chewing gum 400G can | November 25, 2026 | 11/25/26 | May 26, 25 |
| Poland | BEBELAC JUNIOR 3 NUTRI 7IN1 chewing gum 400G can | December 22, 2026 | December 22, 26 | June 22, 25 |
| Poland | BEBELAC JUNIOR 3 NUTRI 7IN1 chewing gum 400G can | 2027.02.09 | February 9, 27 | August 10, 25 |
| Poland | BEBELAC JUNIOR 3 NUTRI 7IN1 chewing gum 800G can | 2026.12.05 | December 5, 26 | June 5, 25 |
| Poland | BEBELAC JUNIOR 3 NUTRI 7IN1 chewing gum 800G can | 2027.01.06 | January 6, 27 | July 7, 25 |
| Poland | ADVANCE POF 3 1200GM BIB | October 11, 2026 | October 11, 26 | April 11, 25 |
| Poland | ADVANCE POF 3 1200GM BIB | December 11, 2026 | December 11, 26 | June 11, 25 |
| Poland | ADVANCE POF 3 1200GM BIB | 2027.01.02 | January 2, 27 | July 3, 25 |
| Poland | ADVANCE POF 3 1200GM BIB | 2027.02.19 | February 19, 27 | 8/20/25 |
| Netherlands | Bebelac AR 400G | 2026.11.07 | November 7, 26 | May 8, 25 |
The move is a precautionary recall following a comprehensive assessment of potential risks. Kuwait’s Public Authority for Food and Nutrition said its decision was based on subsequent reports from the Rapid Alert System for Food and Feed (RASFF).Authorities clarified that no illnesses related to the recalled products have been reported in the Kingdom to date. However, consumers are strongly encouraged to check the batch number printed on the product packaging and dispose of the recalled product immediately.
