Danone recalls limited infant formula batches under new safety guidance
Danone will withdraw a very limited number of specific infant formula batches from certain markets to comply with evolving local food safety authority guidance. The company reaffirms all other products are safe and compliant following routine controls and targeted analyses.
1. Danone Initiates Targeted Infant Formula Recall
On January 23, 2026, Danone announced the voluntary withdrawal of a very limited number of infant formula batches produced in Ireland and distributed in selected markets. The decision follows updated guidance from local food safety authorities in response to a broader toxin contamination concern that originated with Nestlé products. Danone’s routine quality controls and additional targeted analyses confirm all other batches remain fully compliant with EU and international safety standards. The recall affects fewer than five distinct batch codes and covers distribution from November 2025 through January 2026. Danone has mobilized its careline teams to support parents and healthcare professionals, offering batch verification services and product replacement options. The company emphasizes that nutritional composition, allergen labeling and packaging integrity of unaffected products remain unchanged. Danone’s swift action underscores its commitment to food safety and aims to preserve consumer trust in its Specialized Nutrition portfolio, which generated €27.4 billion in sales in 2024 and recently achieved global B Corp certification.