The baby formula is being recalled.
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The National Consumer Commission (NCC) announced the recall of certain baby formula products produced by Nutricua Southern Africa.
The recalls are for the 800g Nutricia Aptamil Nutribiotik 2 and the 800g Nutricia Aptajunior Nutribiotik 3.
According to the NCC’s spokesperson, Phetho Ntaba, the manufacturer informed the NCC that the recall affects 2,989 units.
“Nutricia Southern Africa indicated that a raw material used in the production of the affected batches may carry traces of cereulide. Cereulide is a toxin that, at high levels of exposure, can cause symptoms such as nausea, vomiting and abdominal cramps,” Ntaba said.
This is the information for affected batches.
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The expiry dates for the affected batches are September 11, 2026, and December 9, 2026.
The NCC said the items were sold at popular retailers of baby products.
“The affected products were sold at Dis-Chem and Clicks and distributed nationally by United Pharmaceutical since August 2025. According to the manufacturer, these products were also exported to Botswana and Namibia,” Ntaba said.
The NCC said it was monitoring this recall closely to ensure full compliance with the Consumer Protection Act and to safeguard consumer rights.
“Consumers who have purchased the affected products and require further information are encouraged to contact Nutricia Southern Africa via their website at www.nutricia.co.za or through the company’s careline,” Ntaba said.