Luxembourg and EU Respond to Infant Formula Safety Issues

Health authorities in Luxembourg and across the EU have strengthened safety checks on baby formula products after several companies recalled certain batches due to potential contamination risks. Officials found that some ingredients may have been affected by a toxin known as cereulide, leading to widespread caution and market withdrawals. 

Local inspections in Luxembourg detected only a small number of affected items, and no serious health problems directly linked to the recalled products have been confirmed so far. However, a few infants were reported to have suffered mild dehydration, raising concerns among parents and caregivers. 

European food safety agencies say that because of rapid recalls and testing, the overall danger to children remains low, but they still advise parents to follow official guidance on safe formula use. Authorities are urging caregivers to check product codes and return or dispose of any formula identified in the recall notices. 

The government also highlighted that routine monitoring systems helped spot the issue early and prevent a larger health problem, showing cooperation between national and EU food safety bodies. 

Parents with questions or concerns are encouraged to consult healthcare professionals and official government updates on food safety.

Read more: gouvernement.lu/fr/actualites/toutes_actualites/communiques/2026/02-fevrier/20-rappels-laits-infantiles.html

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