Food Standards Australia New Zealand (FSANZ) is coordinating an Australia-wide recall of 2 batches of Alula infant formula products due to the potential presence of the toxin cereulide.
The affected Sanulac Nutritionals Australia Pty Ltd products are Alula Gold Reflux and Alula Colic and Constipation.
Acting FSANZ CEO Christel Leemhuis said the action follows an international recall by Lactalis, which prompted Sanulac to recall their affected batches.
“The potential presence of the cereulide toxin has been linked to an ingredient used in the Alula products, the same situation which led to a recent recall of specialist infant formula products,” Ms Leemhuis said.
“Cereulide can cause gastrointestinal illness but there have been no reports of associated illness in Australia.
“Other formula products not affected by the recall are available from retailers and parents and carers can contact their health care provider or pharmacist to discuss what’s best for their baby.”
The Alula products subject to the recall have been sold at Coles, Woolworths, Big W, IGA, Costco, pharmacies and Amazon nationally and online.
The recalled batches are:
| Product | Use by date | Batch number |
| ALULA GOLD REFLUX 0-12MTHS 900G | 17/03/2027 | 8000003387 |
| ALULA COLIC & CONSTIPATION 0-12MTHS 850G | 17/03/2027 | 8000003407 |
No other Alula batches or products are affected by this recall.
Symptoms linked to cereulide may include vomiting, diarrhoea or unusual lethargy. These symptoms can appear between 30 minutes to 6 hours after exposure and typically resolve within 24 hours.
Parents or carers concerned about the health of their infant should seek medical advice.
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