Invima alertó por alimento envenenado internacionalmente, ¿Colombia debe preocuparse?

TL;DR

An international alert was raised regarding potential cereulide toxin contamination in NAN Alfamino infant formula (400g, batch 52660017Y2).
The Colombian Institute of Pharmaceuticals and Food Surveillance (Invima) confirmed the product has not been commercialized or distributed in Colombia.
The alert was shared via Infosan and the EU's Rasff system.
No recalls were necessary as the affected batch did not enter the Colombian market through official channels.
Invima has received no complaints related to this product.
Consumers are warned against purchasing the product through unofficial channels and to suspend use and notify authorities if they possess it.
Cereulide toxin is heat-resistant, emphasizing the importance of early detection and clear communication.
Invima urges citizens to buy food and special formulas only from authorized establishments and to check lot numbers, expiration dates, and sanitary registration.
Invima has previously issued alerts for other products, including dietary supplements, cosmetics, falsified medicines, and imported foods with pesticide or microbiological contamination.
Invima emphasizes that permanent surveillance and citizen reporting are key to preventing risks and recommends checking their official portal for alerts and reporting suspicious products.

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