What Happened
The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) has issued a recall warning for Kendamil brand infant formula with whole milk sold exclusively at Costco Canada. This recall was announced on Sunday and is due to the presence of cereulide toxin, which is produced by certain strains of Bacillus cereus.
Why It Matters
Cereulide toxin can lead to gastrointestinal symptoms such as nausea and vomiting. The toxin is highly heat stable, meaning it is not destroyed by cooking or preparation methods. Although there have been no reported illnesses linked to the consumption of this product, the CFIA advises consumers to take the recall seriously and check their purchases.
What’s Next
Consumers who suspect they may have purchased the affected Kendamil infant formula are urged to verify the UPC code on the product’s packaging. The CFIA recommends that any recalled products should not be consumed, served, or distributed and should either be discarded or returned to the point of purchase. If anyone experiences illness after consuming the recalled product, they should contact their healthcare provider.
