a2 Milk Recalls US Baby Formula Over Bacterial Toxin

a2 Milk Company is recalling certain batches of its U.S. infant formula after detecting the presence of a bacterial toxin called cereulide. The recall affects approximately 63,078 tins, of which an estimated 16,400 have reached consumers. No illnesses related to the contaminated formula have been reported. The recall is limited to specific batches of a2 Milk's infant formula products sold in the United States. Cereulide is a toxin produced by the Bacillus cereus bacterium, which can cause food poisoning. The company initiated the recall voluntarily and is working with retailers to remove the affected products from shelves. Consumers who have purchased the recalled formula are advised to stop using it and return it for a refund. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has been notified of the recall.