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Nestlé Singapore initiates voluntary recall of Gerber biscuits over possible contamination

by Aliza Carmona

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January 29, 2026

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Singapore – The Singapore Food Agency (SFA) has announced a voluntary recall of several Gerber Arrowroot Biscuit products imported from the USA after Nestlé Singapore Pte Ltd reported a potential contamination with foreign matter.

According to the SFA, Nestlé Singapore informed the agency of the possible presence of soft plastic or paper pieces in the products.

“As a precautionary measure, SFA has directed the importer, Nestlé Singapore Pte Ltd, to recall the implicated product. The recall is ongoing,” the agency said.

SFA further emphasised that under the Sale of Food Act, foods known to be unsafe for consumption should not be sold. Consumers who have purchased the implicated products are advised not to feed them to their children.

Parents whose children have consumed the products and have concerns about their health are urged to seek medical advice.

The affected products in Singapore and their expiry dates are:

Gerber Arrowroot Biscuits 155g, Batch 5209565504 (Oct 27, 2026)
Gerber Arrowroot Biscuits 155g, Batch 5252565505 (Dec 9, 2026)
Gerber Arrowroot Biscuits 155g, Batch 5259565505 (Dec 16, 2026)

Outside Singapore, the Gerber Products Company also announced a global voluntary recall. In the U.S., the recall covers all affected batches nationwide.

In an official statement, Gerber said the foreign material likely originated from an arrowroot flour supplier who initiated a recall. The company confirmed it is no longer working with the supplier.

The company added that the recall is limited to certain batches of Gerber Arrowroot Biscuits 5.5 oz products produced between July 2025 and September 2025, and that no other Gerber products are affected.

“The quality, safety and integrity of our products remain our highest priority, and we take this responsibility seriously. We sincerely apologise for any concerns or inconvenience this action causes for parents, caregivers and retail customers,” Gerber said.

Nestlé, the owner of Gerber, is facing renewed scrutiny after a previous baby food recall. On January 13, 2026, Nestlé recalled some of its baby formula batches worldwide over suspected contamination with cereulide, a bacterial toxin that can cause nausea and vomiting. Following that incident, CEO Philipp Navratil issued an apology video addressed to the public, particularly parents concerned about the safety of their children.