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Oman urges parents to stop using recalled Aptamil infant formula batch

The Ministry of Health (MoH) has issued a public health alert following a voluntary recall by Danone of a specific batch of Aptamil advance infant formula, currently available in markets across Oman.

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Monday, January 26, 2026

MUSCAT – While the Ministry confirmed that no illnesses have been reported in the Sultanate to date, it has urged all parents and caregivers to immediately stop using the affected batch as a precautionary measure to ensure infant safety.

According to the Ministry, the recalled product bears the following specifications:
Description: APTAMIL ADVANCE POF I EA 4X400G
Production: May 9,2025
Expiry November 8,2026
Batch:2026.11.08

The Ministry has advised citizens and residents not to use this specific batch and to ensure its safe disposal. It urged parents and caregivers to seek immediate medical attention at the nearest health facility if any symptoms such as vomiting, nausea, or abdominal pain occur after consumption.

The Ministry also confirmed that it has taken all necessary measures, in coordination with the relevant authorities and Danone, to withdraw the affected batch from the market, and is closely monitoring the process to ensure the protection of public health.

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