Nestlé and Lactalis face lawsuit over infant formula recall

Summary Consumer watchdog Foodwatch International has filed a lawsuit against formula manufacturers Nestlé and Lactalis over their role in a sprawling infant formula recall. Several manufacturers including Nestlé, Lactalis and Danone infant formula from multiple markets globally over fears that the products could be contaminated with cereulide, a toxin that causes nausea and vomiting. The toxin was discovered in an ARA oil ingredient provided to Nestlé by a ‘leading’ supplier, with the issue discovered during routine testing. Nestlé has since batches of infant formula in nearly 60 countries while being criticized for not informing consumers sooner. ARA oil is widely used in infant formula. It is supplied by third‑party ingredient manufacturers and then incorporated into finished products, meaning that any issue with a single supplier could potentially affect multiple brands. After revelations at Nestlé, among other manufacturers have come under intense pressure as food safety ...