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Milo Bars Recalled: Rubber Contamination Shocks Consumers
16 Feb
Summary
- Milo snack bars recalled due to rubber contamination from manufacturing equipment.
- Affected products include specific batches of Original and Dipped snack bars.
- Consumers are urged to return affected products for a full refund.
A nationwide recall has been issued for specific batches of Milo Original and Dipped snack bars following the discovery of rubber contamination. The contamination occurred due to an equipment failure at a contract manufacturing facility, where small pieces of black rubber dislodged during production.
Nestlé has identified the affected products as Milo Original Snack Bars 210g and Milo Dipped Snack Bars in 270g, 160g, and 960g boxes. All recalled items share a best-before date of August 31, 2026, and specific batch numbers.
Consumers are strongly advised not to eat these products. Nestlé urges customers to return any affected purchases to the place of purchase for a full refund. Food Standards Australia and New Zealand cautioned that the rubber contamination poses a risk of illness or injury.
The recalled snack bars were sold through major retailers like ALDI, Coles, Woolworths, and independent stores across New South Wales, Queensland, Victoria, Tasmania, South Australia, and Western Australia, as well as online. Affected batch numbers include 5316TD15 through to 5324TD15.
