Milo snack bars are being urgently recalled after rubber from a manufacturing machine contaminated some products.
Affected items include Milo Original Snack Bars 210g packs and Milo Dipped Snack Bars sold in 270g, 160g and 960g boxes.
‘A contract manufacturer experienced an equipment failure in their facility, resulting in small pieces of black rubber being dislodged during production of the products,’ a Nestlé spokesperson said.
‘Investigations indicate only a small number of products are affected; however, out of an abundance of caution, Nestlé is recalling specific batches to ensure consumer safety.’
Nestlé Oceania snacks general manager Andrew Lawrey urged customers to return affected products.
‘If you have purchased any of these products, please return them to the place of purchase for a full refund,’ he said.
‘The safety of our consumers is our absolute top priority. This recall is a precautionary measure in line with our strict product quality and safety protocols.
‘As soon as we became aware of the issue, we contacted authorities to initiate the recall and notified all relevant retailers.’
All recalled products carry best-before dates of August 31, 2026, along with specific batch numbers.
Milo snack bars have been urgently recalled nationwide after rubber from a manufacturing machine contaminated some batches
Customers who purchased affected Milo snack bars are being urged to return them for a full refund
Food Standards Australia and New Zealand warned products contaminated with rubber could cause illness or injury if eaten.
‘Consumers should not eat this product,’ the agency said.
‘Any consumers concerned about their health should seek medical advice.’
The Milo Dipped Snack Bars 270g, 960g and 160g boxes, along with Milo Original Snack Bars 210g boxes, were sold at ALDI, Coles, Woolworths and independent retailers including IGA across NSW, Queensland, Victoria, Tasmania, South Australia and Western Australia, as well as through online retailers.
Affected batch numbers include: 5316TD15, 5317TD15, 5318TD15, 5321TD15, 5322TD15, 5323TD15 and 5324TD15.
