A recent global recall of infant formula due to potential Bacillus cereus contamination has once again raised awareness of microbiological risks in the food industry. This incident, linked to quality issues in upstream ARA oil, underscores the need for early detection and comprehensive risk control—especially for high-risk products like infant formula.

Bacillus cereus is a common yet highly hazardous pathogen. Its heat-stable toxins can survive standard processing, posing serious risks to infants. Relying solely on finished product testing is no longer enough. Effective food safety requires screening raw materials, monitoring during production, and verifying final products.

The FSTest Bacillus cereus Count Plate provides a fast, practical solution for routine microbiological monitoring:

l  Ready-to-use: No preparation needed

l  Clear results: Blue-green colonies for easy identification

l  Fast turnaround: 15–24 hours for results

l  High sensitivity: Detects as low as 1 CFU/mL

l  Selective: Suppresses non-target microbes to reduce false positives

Suitable for dairy, starch-based foods, raw materials, and environmental samples, it helps manufacturers detect risks early and maintain product safety across the supply chain.

FSTest remains committed to helping food producers protect consumers with reliable, efficient, and easy-to-implement testing solutions.

FSTest Bacillus cereus Count Plate — a trusted tool for safer infant and high-risk foods.