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Incident Report: Foreign Body Contamination in Infant Formula
Date of Incident: November 17, 2025
On November 17, 2025, a significant food safety incident was reported involving the detection of glass fragments in infant formula and related products originating from France. This contamination poses a serious health risk, particularly to vulnerable populations such as infants, who are dependent on these products for their nutrition.
The presence of foreign bodies, such as glass, in food products can lead to severe injuries, including cuts and lacerations, and may also result in choking hazards. It is crucial for consumers to be aware of this issue and to check any infant formula or related products they may have purchased around this date.
Authorities have classified this incident under the category of control, indicating that measures are being taken to address the contamination and prevent further occurrences. The Rapid Alert System for Food and Feed (RASFF) has been activated to inform relevant stakeholders and ensure that affected products are removed from the market promptly.
Consumers are advised to stay informed about recalls and safety alerts related to infant formula and to report any suspicious findings to health authorities. Ensuring the safety of food products, especially those intended for infants, is of utmost importance to protect public health.
For further updates and information, please refer to official food safety channels and resources.
- Incident: Glass Fragments has been detected in Infant Formula And Related Products.
- Date: 2025-11-17
- Product: Infant Formula And Related Products
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- Origin of issue: France
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- Incident Category: Control
- Hazard Category: Foreign Bodies
- Source: Rapid Alert System for Food and Feed portal (RASFF)
