Widespread Milo Bar Recall Issued Due to Rubber Contamination
Nestlé has initiated an urgent recall of several popular Milo bar products across Australia and New Zealand following the discovery of rubber contamination. The issue stems from an equipment failure at a contract manufacturing facility, which led to small pieces of black rubber entering the production line.
This contamination affects specific batches of two Milo bar varieties:
- Milo Snack Bars Original 210g (10 bars)
- Milo Snack Bars Dipped (available in 270g/10 bars, 160g/6 bars, and 960g boxes)
The affected products are those with a best before date of August 31, 2026. Consumers are urged to check the specific batch numbers found on the product wrappers and boxes, located immediately below the best before date.
Nestlé has stated that investigations suggest only a limited number of products are impacted. However, as a precautionary measure and to uphold their stringent consumer safety standards, the company has opted for a comprehensive recall of the identified batches.
Andrew Lawrey, General Manager of Snacks for Nestlé Oceania, emphasised the paramount importance of consumer safety. “The safety of our consumers is our absolute top priority,” he stated. “This recall is a precautionary measure, in line with our strict product quality and safety protocols.”
The potentially affected Milo bars have been distributed to major supermarkets and independent grocery stores throughout Australia and New Zealand since December. Consumers who have purchased any of the recalled products are advised to return them to the place of purchase for a full refund.
“As soon as we became aware of the issue, we made contact with authorities to conduct a recall and notified all relevant retailers,” Lawrey added, highlighting the swift action taken by the company once the problem was identified.
This recall is a proactive step by Nestlé to ensure that no consumers are exposed to any potential risk. The company is working closely with its contract manufacturer to investigate the root cause of the equipment failure and to implement measures to prevent recurrence.
Previous Product Recalls
This is not the first instance of Nestlé recalling products in the region. In January, the company voluntarily removed specific batches of its Alfamino Infant Formula (0-12 months) from shelves. This earlier recall was due to concerns about contamination with bacteria known to cause vomiting and diarrhoea. It is important to note that this infant formula recall affected only specific batches, and no other Alfamino batches or Nestlé products in Australia or New Zealand were implicated in that incident.
Consumers seeking further information or clarification regarding the Milo bar recall are encouraged to contact Nestlé customer service. The company is committed to transparency and ensuring the highest standards of quality and safety for all its products.
