Kendamil brand Infant Formula with whole milk recalled due to cereulide toxin
Brand(s)
Summary
Do not consume, use, sell, serve or distribute recalled products
Affected products
| Brand | Product | Size | UPC | Codes | Additional Information |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kendamil | Infant formula with whole milk - Milk based powder with iron | 1049 g | 8 50045 23826 1 | MANF: 2025 MA 01 BEST BEFORE: 2027 MA 01 L 897274 M 121 | Sold only at Costco Wholesale, Canada |
| Kendamil | Infant formula with whole milk - Milk based powder with iron | 1049 g | 8 50045 23826 1 | MANF: 2025 MA 01 BEST BEFORE: 2027 MA 01 L 888632 M 121 | Sold only at Costco Wholesale, Canada |
Issue
The affected product is being recalled from the marketplace due to cereulide toxin.
What you should do
- If you think you became sick from consuming a recalled product, contact your healthcare provider
- Check to see if you have recalled products
- Do not consume, serve, use, sell, or distribute recalled products
- Recalled products should be thrown out or returned to the location where they were purchased
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 preparing infant formula for consumption.
Symptoms typically begin rapidly after ingestion and most often involve gastrointestinal symptoms such as nausea and vomiting.
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Additional information
Background
This recall was triggered by a recall in another country.
There have been no reported illnesses associated with the consumption of this product.
What is being done
The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) is conducting a food safety investigation, which may lead to the recall of other products.
The CFIA is verifying that industry is removing recalled products from the marketplace.
Details
Recalling firm: Kendal Nutricare Canada Ltd.
Media and public enquiries
Company information
Kendal Nutricare Canada Ltd.
Telephone: WhatsApp +44 1539 480002
Email: enquiries@kendamil.com
Public enquiries
Telephone: 1-613-773-2342 (local or international)
Email: information@inspection.gc.ca
Media relations
Telephone: 613-773-6600
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