Johannesburg – The National Consumer Commission (NCC) alerts consumers of the recall of Nutricia Aptamil Nutribiotik 2 (800g) and Nutricia Aptajunior Nutribiotik 3 (800g) products, as notified by Nutricia Southern Africa.
In a statement on Friday, 6 March 2026, the NCC said the manufacturer informed it that the recall affects 2 989 units.
“Nutricia Southern Africa indicated that a raw material used in the production of the affected batches may carry traces of cereulide,” the NCC stated.
Cereulide is a toxin that, at high levels of exposure, can cause symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, and abdominal cramps.
The affected products were sold at Dis-Chem and Clicks and distributed nationally by United Pharmaceutical since August 2025.
According to the manufacturer, these products were also exported to Botswana and Namibia.
Details of the affected batches
Product Description Batch Number Expiry date
Aptamil Nutribiotik 2 (800g) 20260911 11/9/2026
20261209 9/12/ 2026
Aptajunior Nutribiotik 3 (800g) 20261209 9/12/ 2026
The NCC said it was monitoring this recall closely to ensure full compliance with the Consumer Protection Act and to safeguard consumer rights.
Consumers who have purchased the affected products and require further information are encouraged to contact Nutricia SouthernAfrica via their website at www.nutricia.co.za or through the company’s careline.
