Doha: The Ministry of Public Health warned consumers of using specific Nestle baby formula milk products, due to suspicion of contamination with cereulide toxin. The ministry, in a post on X today, urged consumers who purchased specific sets of those products to return them to retail outlets or dispose of them to ensure the safety of themselves and their children. The ministry's post included a table with a list of the specific products suspected of being contaminated with the toxin.
According to Qatar News Agency, the ministry, represented by the Food Safety Department, has taken the necessary measures to urgently withdraw all related or suspected products from the local market and to communicate with various sales outlets to ensure that the product withdrawal is implemented without delay.
The ministry confirmed that there were no cases reported so far on these products. It added that lab tests are constantly carried out to ensure the safety of the products, in addition to communication with the manufacturer. The ministry noted that it will provide any updates as soon as they are available.